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KOECHLIN, C.: Ensemble Works (Ensemble Initium, Ensemble Contraste)

Composer(s):Koechlin, Charles
Artist(s) Ensemble Contraste, Ensemble • Ensemble Initium, Ensemble
Period(s) 20th Century
Genre Classical Music
Category Chamber Music
Catalogue 1C1193
Label Timpani
Quality   320kbps
Album Price
 
CD
USD 18.99
 

 
MP3
USD 9.99
 

 

   



Cracking Koechlin
Review By dagoodall,September 2012

Composers are overlooked for lots of reasons. Some deserve it, but Charles Koechlin emphatically does not. If you think Villa-Lobos invented unusual instrumental combinations, think again. Here are two Septets for very different - some would say eccentric - groups. If you seek music for unusual instruments, here are two Sonatinas for oboe d'amore. And if you want music which gives you the flavour of the open air, listen to his Paysages et Marines (Landscapes and Seascapes) and wonder where the walls of your room have gone!

Both French ensembles are excellent as they advocate the music of their fellow countrymen. This album will not disappoint, try it!


Review By Don O’Connor, American Record Guide,January 2013

Performances are clean and well phrased, with good sound. The opus number is 221, so it’s one of Koechlin’s last pieces. I found it inspiring to hear that admirable mind steadily at work right to the very end, making sense. © 2013 American Record Guide Read complete review on American Record Guide online
Review By Grego Applegate Edwards, Gapplegate Classical-Modern Music Review,August 2012

Ensemble Initium and Ensemble Contraste share the performance assignments, and both ensembles sparkle with brilliance in realizing the works at hand. The compositions span most of Koechlin’s career…

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