1 1

Quatuor Molinari - Scelsi Wks For Strings [CD]

Quatuor Molinari - Scelsi Wks For Strings [CD]

£29.98
£29.98
Sale Sold out
Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.
All items shipped within 3 working days of payment.
Please note that all our DVDs are Region 2.


Please note that not all audio CDs are shrink-wrapped fom the factory.


On their latest recording, the acclaimed Molinari Quartet delves into the complete string quartet cycle of iconoclast Italian composer, Giacinto Scelsi (1905-1988).

An unusual creator known for his experimental approach, Scelsi had two great periods of musical production: the first from 1929 to the mid-1950s, which included a period of refuge in Switzerland, and the second until his death in 1988.

During the first period, Scelsi's writing was inspired by the composers of the Second Viennese School, in particular Schoenberg, with whom he studied in Vienna. His works from that period are dodecaphonic, atonal or serial. During the second period, he suffered a serious psychological crisis and stopped composing for several years. When Scelsi finally resumed writing, he concentrated on monody. Melodies gave way to timbral interplay, which became the focus of Scelsi's musical preoccupations.

The album includes Scelsi's most famous and controversial work, his 1958 String Trio in four movements, each centered on a single note. The rhythmic simplicity of this work shifts the focus to musical colors and textures.

The Molinari Quartet has established itself as one of Canada's leading string quartets. A recipient of 27 Opus Prizes, the Molinari Quartet has been described as an 'essential' and 'prodigious' ensemble, even 'Canada's answer to the Kronos or Arditti Quartet'.

Giacinto Scelsi: String Quartet No. 1 I. Quasi Lento

II. Molto lento, quasi funebre - Pesante

III. Scherzo

IV. Moderato - Deciso - Dolcissimo

String Trio: I.

II.

III.

IV.

String Quartet No. 2: I.

II.

III.

IV.

V.

String Quartet No. 3 I. Avec une grande tendresse

II. L'appel de l'esprit, dualisme, ambivalence, conflit (drammatico)

III. L'ame se reveille (con transparenza)

IV. ... et tombe de nouveau dans le pathos, mais maintenant avec un pressentiment de la liberation (con tristezza)

V. Liberation, catharsis

String Quartet No. 4

String Quartet No. 5

View full details
Description
Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.All items shipped within 3 working days of payment.

On their latest recording, the acclaimed Molinari Quartet delves into the complete string quartet cycle of iconoclast Italian composer, Giacinto Scelsi (1905-1988).

An unusual creator known for his experimental approach, Scelsi had two great periods of musical production: the first from 1929 to the mid-1950s, which included a period of refuge in Switzerland, and the second until his death in 1988.

During the first period, Scelsi's writing was inspired by the composers of the Second Viennese School, in particular Schoenberg, with whom he studied in Vienna. His works from that period are dodecaphonic, atonal or serial. During the second period, he suffered a serious psychological crisis and stopped composing for several years. When Scelsi finally resumed writing, he concentrated on monody. Melodies gave way to timbral interplay, which became the focus of Scelsi's musical preoccupations.

The album includes Scelsi's most famous and controversial work, his 1958 String Trio in four movements, each centered on a single note. The rhythmic simplicity of this work shifts the focus to musical colors and textures.

The Molinari Quartet has established itself as one of Canada's leading string quartets. A recipient of 27 Opus Prizes, the Molinari Quartet has been described as an 'essential' and 'prodigious' ensemble, even 'Canada's answer to the Kronos or Arditti Quartet'.

Giacinto Scelsi: String Quartet No. 1 I. Quasi Lento

II. Molto lento, quasi funebre - Pesante

III. Scherzo

IV. Moderato - Deciso - Dolcissimo

String Trio: I.

II.

III.

IV.

String Quartet No. 2: I.

II.

III.

IV.

V.

String Quartet No. 3 I. Avec une grande tendresse

II. L'appel de l'esprit, dualisme, ambivalence, conflit (drammatico)

III. L'ame se reveille (con transparenza)

IV. ... et tombe de nouveau dans le pathos, mais maintenant avec un pressentiment de la liberation (con tristezza)

V. Liberation, catharsis

String Quartet No. 4

String Quartet No. 5

Track Listing

Giacinto Scelsi: String Quartet No. 1 I. Quasi Lento

II. Molto lento, quasi funebre - Pesante

III. Scherzo

IV. Moderato - Deciso - Dolcissimo

String Trio: I.

II.

III.

IV.

String Quartet No. 2: I.

II.

III.

IV.

V.

String Quartet No. 3 I. Avec une grande tendresse

II. L'appel de l'esprit, dualisme, ambivalence, conflit (drammatico)

III. L'ame se reveille (con transparenza)

IV. ... et tombe de nouveau dans le pathos, mais maintenant avec un pressentiment de la liberation (con tristezza)

V. Liberation, catharsis

String Quartet No. 4

String Quartet No. 5

Details
  • Product Type: AUDIO CD
  • Barcode: 722056284929
Delivery and Returns
Dispatch Information: Dispatch times vary by item and items are only dispatched on UK working days – not weekends or UK Bank Holidays. Items marked "Dispatched Same Day" will be dispatched on the day of purchase if bought before 2pm GMT. "Dispatched Same Day" items bought after 2pm GMT or on a non-working day will be dispatched on the next working day. We aim to dispatch all other items within 3-5 working days.

Delivery Information: We aim to deliver your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. All UK orders are dispatched using Royal Mail 48 Tracked service and the standard delivery times are 2-3 business days. Please note that delivery times for overseas orders will vary depending on your location and the shipping option you choose during checkout.

Shipping Costs: We offer free delivery on all UK orders and free worldwide delivery on orders over £15.

Tracking Your Order: All UK orders are tracked. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to monitor the progress of your delivery on the Royal Mail Track and Trace website.

Returns and Exchanges: We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your order, you may return it within 28 days of the item being dispatched for a refund or exchange. Please note the following guidelines:
- Items must be returned in their original condition and packaging – items that have been opened or had shrink wrap removed are not eligible for return or refund.
- Make sure to include your order number in the returned package.

How to Initiate a Return: To initiate a return or exchange, please contact our customer service team. The team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the process.

Refund Processing: Refunds will be processed as soon as we receive your item back into our warehouse. Replacements are subject to availability and if a replacement is not available, a refund will be issued.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team or check out our FAQ’s. We're here to help ensure your shopping experience is enjoyable and hassle-free. Thank you for choosing Chalkys!