Concerto Köln, Sarband - Dream of the Orient (2003)
EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue & Log) ~ 374 Mb | Total time: 66:13 | Scans included
Classical | Label: Archiv Produktion | # 474 992-2 | Recorded: 2002
EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue & Log) ~ 374 Mb | Total time: 66:13 | Scans included
Classical | Label: Archiv Produktion | # 474 992-2 | Recorded: 2002
After 1683, when Polish troops saved Vienna from a Turkish siege, Turkey was no longer a threat to Western Europe and became a symbol of the mysterious Orient. For European musicians, however, Turkey was less nebulous, as Turkish instruments (including drums, cymbals, and triangles) entered the European orchestra and composers emulated the sound of the Turkish military band. A charming introduction to eighteenth century musical Orientalism in Europe, this album features exquisite performances by Concerto Köln and Sarband, a traditional Turkish ensemble. The opening track, a scintillating rendition of the overture for Mozart's Oriental opera Die Entfuhrung as dem Serail, features traditional Turkish percussion that adds zest to the performance.