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Dunser: Tage

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by: Mumelter, Schelling, Nothas

Release Date June 18, 1996

CD-Charts Position 72
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Shostakovich/Messiaen - Chamber Works

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from: Decca

Release Date October 05, 2000
This is an interesting contrast between two modern composers: while Shostakovich sought for neo-Classicism, Messiaen developed his own style with tone rows and retrogrades... in prison.

Until I met this record, I have not yet confirmed that both "Piano Trio No. 2" by Shostakovich and "Quatuor pour la fin du Temps" by Messiaen are my favourite works of all time. I have records for the same works performed by many great performers, among them include the celebrated Martha Argerich and Daniel Barenboim. Quite frankly, I bought this record for only one reason: Joshua Bell.

There are various highlights of the CD. Firstly, it is the second movement of the "Piano Trio". The technique, the pace of the movement and the coordination ... Read More:

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Krauze/Messiaen - Quartets

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from: Collins Classics

Release Date April 01, 1994
This is an interesting contrast between two modern composers: while Shostakovich sought for neo-Classicism, Messiaen developed his own style with tone rows and retrogrades... in prison.

Until I met this record, I have not yet confirmed that both "Piano Trio No. 2" by Shostakovich and "Quatuor pour la fin du Temps" by Messiaen are my favourite works of all time. I have records for the same works performed by many great performers, among them include the celebrated Martha Argerich and Daniel Barenboim. Quite frankly, I bought this record for only one reason: Joshua Bell.

There are various highlights of the CD. Firstly, it is the second movement of the "Piano Trio". The technique, the pace of the movement and the coordination ... Read More:

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Olivier Messiaen: Quatuor pour la Fin du Temps; Krause: Quatuor pour la Naissance

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from: Collins

Release Date January 04, 1994
This is an interesting contrast between two modern composers: while Shostakovich sought for neo-Classicism, Messiaen developed his own style with tone rows and retrogrades... in prison.

Until I met this record, I have not yet confirmed that both "Piano Trio No. 2" by Shostakovich and "Quatuor pour la fin du Temps" by Messiaen are my favourite works of all time. I have records for the same works performed by many great performers, among them include the celebrated Martha Argerich and Daniel Barenboim. Quite frankly, I bought this record for only one reason: Joshua Bell.

There are various highlights of the CD. Firstly, it is the second movement of the "Piano Trio". The technique, the pace of the movement and the coordination ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 75
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Messiaen - Chamber & Choral Works

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from: Erato

Release Date April 26, 1993
Quatour Pour la Fin Du Temps.. Sadly, in this recording of Messiaens most reknowned work the piano part tends to evoke a rather grim effect, not dissimilar to that of a Victorian Lavatory (acoustically speaking).
It seems as though the pianist is playing from a neighbouring room-Far too soft and the emphasis on the sustain pedal, although it is directed throughout the music, is used clumsily here.
The intonation of the blend of all instruments is generally quite coarse, and the blend between the clarinet and strings is unfortunately no more enticing-It could be argued that the reason for this is due to the instrumentation and that Messiaen composed this piece as a Prisoner of War, composing specifically for the instrumentalists amongst ... Read More:

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Schoenberg/Martinu/Messiaen: Chamber Works

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from: Caprice

Release Date May 05, 1997
Quatour Pour la Fin Du Temps.. Sadly, in this recording of Messiaens most reknowned work the piano part tends to evoke a rather grim effect, not dissimilar to that of a Victorian Lavatory (acoustically speaking).
It seems as though the pianist is playing from a neighbouring room-Far too soft and the emphasis on the sustain pedal, although it is directed throughout the music, is used clumsily here.
The intonation of the blend of all instruments is generally quite coarse, and the blend between the clarinet and strings is unfortunately no more enticing-It could be argued that the reason for this is due to the instrumentation and that Messiaen composed this piece as a Prisoner of War, composing specifically for the instrumentalists amongst ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 77
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Radiance 2: Music for a Romantic Evening

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from: Denon Records

Release Date July 27, 2004
Quatour Pour la Fin Du Temps.. Sadly, in this recording of Messiaens most reknowned work the piano part tends to evoke a rather grim effect, not dissimilar to that of a Victorian Lavatory (acoustically speaking).
It seems as though the pianist is playing from a neighbouring room-Far too soft and the emphasis on the sustain pedal, although it is directed throughout the music, is used clumsily here.
The intonation of the blend of all instruments is generally quite coarse, and the blend between the clarinet and strings is unfortunately no more enticing-It could be argued that the reason for this is due to the instrumentation and that Messiaen composed this piece as a Prisoner of War, composing specifically for the instrumentalists amongst ... Read More:

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Classics to Unwind: Relaxing favorites for the end of the day

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from: Denon

Release Date January 11, 2005
Quatour Pour la Fin Du Temps.. Sadly, in this recording of Messiaens most reknowned work the piano part tends to evoke a rather grim effect, not dissimilar to that of a Victorian Lavatory (acoustically speaking).
It seems as though the pianist is playing from a neighbouring room-Far too soft and the emphasis on the sustain pedal, although it is directed throughout the music, is used clumsily here.
The intonation of the blend of all instruments is generally quite coarse, and the blend between the clarinet and strings is unfortunately no more enticing-It could be argued that the reason for this is due to the instrumentation and that Messiaen composed this piece as a Prisoner of War, composing specifically for the instrumentalists amongst ... Read More:

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The Very Best of James Galway

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from: RCA Red Seal

Release Date November 04, 2002
Quatour Pour la Fin Du Temps.. Sadly, in this recording of Messiaens most reknowned work the piano part tends to evoke a rather grim effect, not dissimilar to that of a Victorian Lavatory (acoustically speaking).
It seems as though the pianist is playing from a neighbouring room-Far too soft and the emphasis on the sustain pedal, although it is directed throughout the music, is used clumsily here.
The intonation of the blend of all instruments is generally quite coarse, and the blend between the clarinet and strings is unfortunately no more enticing-It could be argued that the reason for this is due to the instrumentation and that Messiaen composed this piece as a Prisoner of War, composing specifically for the instrumentalists amongst ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 80
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Very Best of Classical Chillout Gold

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from: Decadance

Release Date November 03, 2003
Has all the great pieces you'de ever care to listen to just siting down or reading a book.