MultiPiano Ensemble, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Dmitry Yablonsky - Martin, Poulenc & Others (2022) [24/44]

Concertante orchestral works for more than one keyboard instrument saw a revival after the First World War with the neo-Baroque trends of the time helping to revitalize the neglected concerto grosso genre. Recorded here in a new version with three pianos, Martin’s Petite symphonie concertante reflects the dark tensions of the Second World War, while Poulenc’s delightful Concerto for Two Pianos is infused with the spirit of Mozart in its rich and eclectic stylistic tapestry. Shostakovich’s Concertino, in a new orchestral version, shifts between superficial Soviet entertainment and heartfelt expressiveness, and the songs quoted in Aryeh Levanon’s Land of Four Languages symbolize a hope for peace and harmony in Israel.

Tracklist:
01. Petite symphonie concertante, Op. 54 (Arr. T. Lev for 3 Pianos & 2 String Orchestras): I. Adagio - Allegro con moto
02. Petite symphonie concertante, Op. 54 (Arr. T. Lev for 3 Pianos & 2 String Orchestras): IIa. Adagio
03. Petite symphonie concertante, Op. 54 (Arr. T. Lev for 3 Pianos & 2 String Orchestras): IIb. Allegretto alla marcia
04. Concerto for 2 Pianos in D Minor, FP 61: I. Allegro ma non troppo
05. Concerto for 2 Pianos in D Minor, FP 61: II. Larghetto
06. Concerto for 2 Pianos in D Minor, FP 61: III. Finale. Allegro molto
07. Concertino for 2 Pianos in A Minor, Op. 94 (Arr. T. Lev for 2 Pianos & String Orchestra)
08. Land of Four Languages (Version for 2 Pianos, 8 Hands & String Orchestra): I. Im Ha-Shachar
09. Land of Four Languages (Version for 2 Pianos, 8 Hands & String Orchestra): II. Oyfen Weg
10. Land of Four Languages (Version for 2 Pianos, 8 Hands & String Orchestra): III. Povereta Muchachica
11. Land of Four Languages (Version for 2 Pianos, 8 Hands & String Orchestra): IV. Debka Rafiah


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