Benjamin Britten, Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, Karel Ančerl - War Requiem Spring Symphony The Young Persons Guide To The Orchestra

Artist: Benjamin Britten, Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, Karel Ančerl
Album: War Requiem Spring Symphony The Young Persons Guide To The Orchestra

Czech Republic

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Modern

2013

Rating: 4.0

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Review by Priscilla Yee

The album War Requiem Spring Symphony The Young Persons Guide To The Orchestra by Benjamin Britten, Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, Karel Ančerl is a stunning collection of works that showcase the brilliance of the composer and the orchestra's musicianship. The album starts with the haunting War Requiem, which is a powerful and emotional piece that captures the horrors of war and the need for peace. The choir and soloists deliver a moving performance that is both poignant and beautiful.

The Spring Symphony, on the other hand, is a joyful and energetic work that celebrates the arrival of spring. The orchestra's lively and playful rendition perfectly captures the spirit of the season, and the choir's soaring vocals add to the joyous atmosphere. The final piece, The Young Persons Guide To The Orchestra, is a delightful introduction to the different sections of the orchestra, and the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra's virtuosic performance highlights the unique qualities of each instrument.

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Track	Duration	Preview
XI. Sound The Flute	1:23
II. The Merry Cuckoo	2:03
XII. Finale: London, To Thee I Do Present	7:13
VIII. Out On The Lawn I Lie In Bed	5:46
I. Introduction: Shine Out	8:57
V. The Morning Star	3:07
VI. Welcome Maids Of Honour	2:40
War Requiem, Op. 66	(79:27)
IV. The Driving Boy	1:55
III. Spring, The Sweet Spring	1:39
I. Requiem Aeternam	9:15
IX. When Will My May Come	2:32
III. Offertorium	9:23
V. Agnus Dei	3:36
II. Dies Irae	25:45
IV. Sanctus	9:44
X. Fair And Fair	2:33
VII. Waters Above	2:33
Spring Symphony, Op. 44 (Sung In Czech)	(42:55)
VI. Libera Me	21:12
The Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra, Op. 34	17:13

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SU 4135-2

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Supraphon

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2 × CD
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Role	Company
Recorded At	Dvořák Hall
Licensed From	Český Rozhlas
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Supraphon a.s.
Copyright (c)	Supraphon a.s.
Pressed By	GZ Digital Media

Credits

Role	Credit
Booklet Editor	Daniela Bálková
Composed By	Benjamin Britten
Conductor	Karel Ančerl
Design	Jiří Mědílek
Edited By	Matouš Vlčinský
Engineer	Miloslav Kulhan (tracks: 2-1), Otakar Palír (tracks: 1-1 to 1-6)
Liner Notes	Jaromír Havlík, Petr Kadlec
Orchestra	Czech Philharmonic Orchestra
Producer	Bohumil Čipera (tracks: 2-2 to 2-13), František Vrána (tracks: 1-1 to 1-6), Miloslav Kuba (tracks: 2-1)
Remastered By	Jan Lžičař

Notes

Total time 2:21:25 (CD1 80:38, CD2 60:47)
Spring Symphony sung in Czech
War Requiem and Spring Symphony previously unreleased
The librettos of War Requiem and Spring Symphony in English and Czech are in PDF format on CD2
Recorded in mono:
live on January 13th 1966 (War Requiem)
on May 3rd 1958 (Young Person's Guide)
live on January 17th 1964 (Spring Symphony)

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Barcode: 0 99925 41352 1
Label Code: LC 00358
SPARS Code: AAD
Rights Society: OSA
Rights Society: BIEM

About Benjamin Britten, Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, Karel Ančerl

British composer, conductor, and pianist. Born: November 22, 1913, in Lowestoft, UK - died: December 04, 1976, in Aldeburgh, UK. He showed talent from an early age, and first came to public attention with the a cappella choral work A Boy Was Born in 1934. With the premiere of his opera Peter Grimes in 1945, he leapt to international fame. For the next fifteen years he devoted much of his compositional attention to writing operas, establishing him as one of the leading 20th century figures in this genre. Britten's interests as a composer were wide-ranging; he produced important music in such varied genres as orchestral, choral, solo vocal (much of it written for the tenor Peter Pears), chamber and instrumental, as well as film music. He also took a great interest in writing music for children and amateur performers, and was a fine pianist and conductor. One of Britten's most important works, The War Requiem was completed 20 December 1961, and first performed 30 May 1962. Britten received many prizes and honors, including becoming a Companion of Honour in 1952, and a member of the Order of Merit in 1965.

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Edward Benjamin Britten

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Summary by Priscilla Yee

the album is a masterful display of Benjamin Britten's genius and the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra's exceptional talent. Karel Ančerl's direction brings out the best in the musicians, resulting in a truly memorable listening experience. Highly recommended for classical music lovers and anyone looking for a powerful and uplifting musical journey.