DCXXX. RAUTAVAARA, Einojuhani (1928-2016)
Inspired by childhood dreams and revelations, this symphony (he wrote eight) won wide popularity for its ethereal, spiritual nature. The Segerstam recording was nominated for a Grammy ("Best Classical Contemporary Composition"; losing to John Corigliano's String Quartet) ...
First movement
Glockenspiel and vibraphone above the strings. Brilliant orchestration!
The movement -- which begins slowly, then picks up with shorter note values -- is haunting and serene. Imagine a celestial cherub showering the sonic texture with a heavenly light!
Second movement
Whirlwind of strings and trumpets ... the glock/vibe/marimba parts -- like the first movement -- hover above the chaotic, controlled movement of the swiftly moving 16th-notes.
Third movement
Stillness. Violas divided into six parts keep a subtle deepness to the slow-moving violins. Soon clarinet trills softly accompany a solo violin -- everything is just creeping along with occasional plucks from the harp and ghostly woodwind crawls. Gorgeous music.
Fourth movement
A hymn-like theme runs throughout, accompanied by fast movements of 16ths and 32nds which seem to glide in and out of the solemn theme.
A great symphony. Thanks to Cmaj7 for the scrolling score.
The movement -- which begins slowly, then picks up with shorter note values -- is haunting and serene. Imagine a celestial cherub showering the sonic texture with a heavenly light!
Second movement
Whirlwind of strings and trumpets ... the glock/vibe/marimba parts -- like the first movement -- hover above the chaotic, controlled movement of the swiftly moving 16th-notes.
Third movement
Stillness. Violas divided into six parts keep a subtle deepness to the slow-moving violins. Soon clarinet trills softly accompany a solo violin -- everything is just creeping along with occasional plucks from the harp and ghostly woodwind crawls. Gorgeous music.
Fourth movement
A hymn-like theme runs throughout, accompanied by fast movements of 16ths and 32nds which seem to glide in and out of the solemn theme.
A great symphony. Thanks to Cmaj7 for the scrolling score.
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