RUED LANGGAARD – Symphony No. 1 “Klippepastoraler” (Audio CD)

Danish National Symphony Orchestra/DR | Conductor: Thomas Dausgaard | DACAPO Hybrid Multichannel SACD

Product Details

• UPC: 747313152568
• Format: Hybrid Multichannel Super Audio CD (SACD & CD Compatible)
• Label: DACAPO / DR
• Performer: Danish National Symphony Orchestra/DR
• Conductor: Thomas Dausgaard
• Composer: RUED LANGGAARD (1893–1952)
• Work: Symphony No. 1 in B Minor “Klippepastoraler” (“Mountain Pastorals”), BVN 32 (1908–11)
• Total Running Time: 60:30
• Distributor: MVD Music & Video Distribution GmbH, Munich, Germany
• Cover Design: Denise Burt

Overview

RUED LANGGAARD’s Symphony No. 1, composed when he was just 17, broke new ground for Danish music with its ambition and scope. Often described as unplayable due to its demanding nature, this monumental work was successfully premiered in 1913 by the Berlin Philharmonic under Max Fiedler. Inspired by Tchaikovsky, Wagner, and Bruckner, Langgaard’s symphony takes the listener on a dynamic journey—from the turbulent energy at the foot of a mountain where the surf crashes against the rocks, to the serene, expansive vistas at the summit.

Danish Translation – Overview (Oversigt)

RUED LANGGAARDS Symfoni Nr. 1, komponeret i en alder af blot 17 år, banede nye veje for dansk musik med sin ambition og omfang. Værket, som på grund af sin krævende karakter blev betragtet som nærmest uopførligt, blev med stor succes præsenteret for første gang i 1913 af Berlin Philharmonic under ledelse af Max Fiedler. Inspireret af Tchaikovsky, Wagner og Bruckner, fører Langgaards symfoni lytteren på en dynamisk rejse – fra den voldsomme energi ved foden af et bjerg, hvor brusen slår mod klipperne, til de rolige, vidstrakte udsigter på toppen.

Product Features

• Hybrid Multichannel Format:
  Plays on all SACD and CD players, ensuring versatility and uncompromised sound quality.
• High Definition Audio:
  Remastered using state-of-the-art technology for a rich, detailed listening experience.
• Orchestral Mastery:
  Performed by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra/DR under the baton of Thomas Dausgaard.
• Epic Musical Journey:
  This symphony contrasts turbulent, chaotic passages with moments of luminous, celestial calm.
• Historical Significance:
  A landmark work in Scandinavian music, heralding a new era in Danish orchestral composition.

Interesting Facts

English

• Early Genius:
  RUED LANGGAARD completed his first symphony at only 17—a bold statement of youthful ambition.
• Groundbreaking Performance:
  Despite initial doubts about its playability, the symphony was given its debut by the prestigious Berlin Philharmonic in 1913.
• Inspirational Models:
  While Langgaard drew influence from composers like Tchaikovsky, Wagner, and Bruckner, his work is distinguished by its original, visionary character.
• Dynamic Contrast:
  The work portrays a musical journey from the rugged base of a mountain to its magnificent summit, symbolizing both struggle and triumph.

Danish Translation – Interesting Facts (Interessante Fakta)

• Tidligt Genialitet:
  RUED LANGGAARD færdiggjorde sin første symfoni som blot 17-årig – en dristig erklæring om ung ambition.
• Banebrydende Opførelse:
  På trods af indledende tvivl om værkets opførlighed blev symfonien præsenteret for første gang i 1913 af det prestigefyldte Berlin Philharmonic.
• Inspirationskilder:
  Selvom Langgaard fandt inspiration hos komponister som Tchaikovsky, Wagner og Bruckner, kendetegnes hans værk af en original og visionær karakter.
• Dynamisk Kontrast:
  Værket skildrer en musikalsk rejse fra det barske bjergsfod til det storslåede bjergtop, som symboliserer både kamp og sejr.

Track Listing

I. Brændinger og Solglimt (Surf and Glimpses of Sun)

• Tempo: Maestoso
• Duration: 21:26

II. Fjeldblomster (Mountain Flowers)

• Tempo: Lento
• Duration: 10:38

III. Sagn (Legend)

• Tempo: Lento
• Duration: 5:18

IV. Opad Fjeldet (Mountain Ascent)

• Tempo: Marcato
• Duration: 17:28

V. Livsmod (Courage)

• Tempo: Maestoso allargando – Enthusiastico maestoso
• (The remaining duration completes the total running time of 60:30)

Publishers

Released by DACAPO in collaboration with DR. For further details on works and composers, please visit dacapo-records.dk.

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