Maurice Ravel: Classic Collection — Orchestral & Chamber Works 2CD Set — Gisella Pasino, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Hanns-Martin Schneidt

Product Information

• UPC: 4006408511625
• Product Type: 2-CD Set
• Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
• Label: Capriccio
• Catalog Number: 51162
• Release Year: 2004

• Artists:

  • Gisella Pasino (Mezzo-Soprano)
  • Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
  • Hanns-Martin Schneidt (Conductor)
  • Bartók Quartet Budapest
  • György Lehel (Conductor)

• Additional Soloists:

  Made in: Germany
  • Andrea Vigh (Harp)
  • Eszter Horgas (Flute)
  • Bela Banfalvi (Violin)

Overview

This captivating 2-CD Capriccio set offers a comprehensive journey through the orchestral and chamber music masterpieces of Maurice Ravel, one of the 20th century’s most influential French composers. The first disc features iconic orchestral works including Boléro, La Valse, Shéhérazade, Daphnis et Chloé (Suite No. 1), and Rhapsodie espagnole, with the evocative Trois poèmes for mezzo-soprano and orchestra sung by Gisella Pasino.

The second disc presents a selection of Ravel’s chamber music, showcasing his refined textures and harmonic innovation. Highlights include Introduction and Allegro for harp, flute, clarinet, and string quartet, Jeux d’eau for piano, Pavane pour une infante défunte (arrangement), Pièce en forme d’Habanera (arrangement), and his String Quartet in F major, performed by the Budapest Bartók Quartet.

This collection demonstrates Ravel’s versatility as a composer, ranging from lush orchestral colors to intimate chamber settings, all performed with artistry and finesse.

Product Features

• Disc 1 – Orchestral Works:

  • La Valse
  • Shéhérazade
  • Trois poèmes pour Chant et Orchestre (Mezzo-soprano solo: Gisella Pasino)
  • Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 1
  • Rhapsodie espagnole
  • Boléro

• Disc 2 – Chamber Music:

  Performers: Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Bartók Quartet Budapest, György Lehel, Hanns-Martin Schneidt
  • Introduction and Allegro for harp, flute, clarinet, and string quartet
  • Jeux d’eau for piano
  • Pavane pour une infante défunte (Arrangement)
  • Pièce en forme d’Habanera (Arrangement)
  • String Quartet in F major
• Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
• Label: Capriccio
• Catalog Number: 51162

Interesting Facts

• Orchestral Mastery: Features some of Ravel’s most celebrated orchestral works known for their innovative orchestration and rhythmic vitality.
• Chamber Intimacy: Showcases Ravel’s chamber music that highlights his subtle harmonic language and exquisite craftsmanship.
• Mezzo-Soprano Highlight: Gisella Pasino’s performance in the Trois poèmes adds a lyrical and expressive vocal dimension.
• Renowned Ensembles: The Budapest Bartók Quartet and Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin bring stylistic authenticity and technical brilliance.

Publishers

Published by Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany. Distributed by Capriccio Records. All rights reserved under catalog number 51162.

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