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Konzert f?r Violine und Orchester op. 54 01. "1. Tranquillo" 02. "2. Vivo"
?tudes (Ballett nach Carl Czerny) 03. "Overture - Exercises ? la barre" 04. "1. Tendus - grands battements - fondus - frapp?s" 05. "2. Ronds de jambe" 06. "3. Afstr?kning (silhouetter) - Au milieu" 07. "4. Adagio" 08. "5. Port de bras et pas de badin" 09. "5a. Spejldans (Mirror dance)" 10. "5b. Ensemble" 11. "6. Pas de deux romantique" 12. "6a. Sortie" 13. "6b. Afslutning (Conclusion)" 14. "7. Pirouettes" 15. "8. Relev?s" 16. "9. Piqu?s et grandes pirouettes" 17. "10. Sola prima ballerina" 18. "10a. Coda" 19. "11. Sm? spring (Small leaps)" 20. "12. Mazurka" 21. "13. Tarantel" 22. "14. Store spring (Broad leaps)"
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| Description: | Knudåge Riisager (1897-1974) holds a special place in Danish music, enriching it with an extra dimension of spirituality and pithiness. Aarhus Symphony Orchestra and conductor Andreas Delfs here present two key works in Riisager's catalogue, one of which clearly represented a turning point in his output, namely his orchestral reworking of a selection of Carl Czerny's piano etudes for his and Harald Lander's ballet Etudes. The other heralded a stylistic change and ranks as a highly personal contribution to the concerto genre - Riisager's Violin Concerto is played here by Danish violinist Ian van Rensburg. Van Rensburg has been first concert master of the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra since 1993. He also enjoys a versatile international career as an active soloist, chamber musician, and teacher."Riisager: Violin Concerto - Etudes" on CD presents a compelling portrait of Danish composer Knudåge Riisager's distinctive orchestral voice, centering on his violin concerto and a set of orchestral etudes that combine clarity, wit, and rhythmic vitality. The violin concerto stands out for its elegant balance between neo-classical transparency and Nordic lyricism: the solo violin moves between brilliant, virtuosic writing and introspective, song-like passages, always embedded in finely detailed orchestral colors. The accompanying etudes showcase Riisager's flair for inventive orchestration and structural precision, each movement exploring specific technical and sonic ideas without ever losing musical immediacy. Together, these works illuminate a composer who bridges tradition and modernity with refinement and imagination.
The recording features violinist Ian van Rensburg with the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Andreas Delfs, a team that brings both stylistic authority and expressive nuance to this repertoire. Ian van Rensburg's playing emphasizes the concerto's singing lines and agile passagework, projecting a warm, focused tone and secure technique that serve the music rather than overshadowing it. The Aarhus Symphony Orchestra provides a flexible and responsive backdrop, from delicate, transparent textures to full, powerful tuttis, while Andreas Delfs shapes the scores with clear structural sense, precise articulation, and a keen ear for balance between soloist and orchestra. Their collaboration results in performances that feel both carefully considered and alive in the moment, making Riisager's music accessible and engaging even to listeners new to his work.
Dacapo, the label behind this release, is internationally recognized as the leading dedicated label for Danish classical music. Over the years, Dacapo has built an extensive catalog that documents both the Danish core repertoire and contemporary voices, often in world-premiere recordings. The label is known for high production standards, detailed booklets, and a strong curatorial approach that places each album within a broader musical and cultural context. With "Riisager: Violin Concerto - Etudes", Dacapo continues its mission of bringing significant yet often underrepresented Nordic works to a wider audience, offering an expertly produced CD that will appeal to collectors of 20th-century orchestral music and curious listeners alike.
This CD is ideal for those who appreciate violin concertos that step outside the standard canon without abandoning melodic appeal, and for listeners interested in exploring the richness of Danish orchestral writing. It invites repeated listening, revealing more of Riisager's subtle craft with each encounter, and stands as a valuable addition to any library focused on Scandinavian music or 20th-century concerto repertoire. |
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