CXII. HOVHANESS, Alan (1911-2000)
And God Created Whales, Op. 229, No. 1 (1970)
Seattle Symphony
Gerard Schwartz, cond.
(12:20)
Hovhaness, one of the most prolific composers of the 20th century, led a fascinating life (see above link). Born to an Armenian father and American mother, he identified strongly with his Armenian heritage.
In this work, he incorporates the taped sounds from humpback and bowhead whales with the orchestra, which plays in a pentatonic style, with some aleatoric elements.
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