Fiesta Criolla: Latin American Orchestral Works | Chandos CHAN10675

Fiesta Criolla: Latin American Orchestral Works

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Label: Chandos

Cat No: CHAN10675

Format: CD

Number of Discs: 1

Genre: Orchestral

Release Date: 31st May 2011

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On this disc we present a veritable feast of early to mid-twentieth century orchestral music by composers from Argentina, Peru, Brazil and Columbia. The works are all premier recordings, and are brimming with Afro-Cuban and Creole folk-inspired sounds, as well as dance influences from the Argentine tango.

Piazzolla’s little-known Milongón Festivo shows an interesting mix of styles, in which the Argentine tango is tempered by the influences of Stravinsky, Bartók and jazz. Commissioned by Piazzolla’s son, the version on this recording is Castagna’s own arrangement for full symphony orchestra, notably without the use of bandoneón – a musical instrument reminiscent of the accordion, and traditionally an integral part of Argentine tango orchestras.

Also on this disc, folk music meets impressionism in two works by the Argentine composer Carrillo, while Congada by Mignone is inspired by Afro-Brazilian dance music, and Valcárcel demonstrates his strong Peruvian style in Concierto Indio, a work for solo violin and orchestra.

The Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen is one of the most prominent orchestras in Germany, sought after both at home and internationally. It is conducted by Gabriel Castagna, who has worked with numerous orchestras in the US, Europe and Japan. Latin American music is a speciality of his, and he has received popular and critical acclaim for his many performances and recordings of works by Argentine composers, and Piazzolla in particular.

Contents:
- Piazzolla: Milongón Festivo
- Carrillo: Fiesta Criolla / Rapsodia Santiagueña
- Castro: Arrabal
- Valcárcel: Concierto Indio
- Mignone: Congada
- Holguín: Tres Danzas
- Williams: Primera obertura de concierto

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