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Strauss: Wind Concertos

Richard Strauss (Composer), Daniel Barenboim (Conductor, Performer), Chicago Symphony Orchestra (Orchestra) | Format: Audio CD
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  • Performer: Daniel Barenboim
  • Orchestra: Chicago Symphony Orchestra
  • Conductor: Daniel Barenboim
  • Composer: Richard Strauss
  • Audio CD (April 3, 2001)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Teldec
  • ASIN: B000059TL6
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #95,070 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
    #25 in  Music > Classical > Featured Performers, A-Z > ( B ) > Barenboim, Daniel
    #77 in  Music > Classical > Instruments > Brass > French Horn

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1. Hn Con No.1 in E flat, Op.11: Allegro - Dale Clevenger
2. Hn Con No.1 in E flat, Op.11: Andante - Dale Clevenger
3. Hn Con No.1 in E flat, Op.11: Allegro - Dale Clevenger
4. Duett-Concertino in F, AV 147: Allegro Moderato - Andante - Larry Combs/David McGill
5. Duett-Concertino in F, AV 147: Rondo: Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Larry Combs/David McGill
6. Con in D, AV 144: Allegro Moderato - Alex Klein
7. Con in D, AV 144: Andante - Alex Klein
8. Con in D, AV 144: Vivace - Alex Klein D
9. Andante in C, AV 86A - Dale Clevenger/Daniel Barenboim
10. Stimmungsbilder, Op.9: No.2 in A flat: An Einsamer Quelle - Daniel Barenboim
11. Stimmungsbilder, Op.9: No.4 in B: Traumerei - Daniel Barenboim
On this CD:
  1. Horn Concerto No. 1 in E flat major, Op. 11 (TrV 117)
    Composed by Richard Strauss
    Performed by Chicago Symphony Orchestra
    with Dale Clevenger
    Conducted by Daniel Barenboim

  2. Duet-Concertino for clarinet, bassoon, harp & strings, o.Op. 147 (TrV 293, AV 147)
    Composed by Richard Strauss
    Performed by Chicago Symphony Orchestra
    with Charles Pikler, John Sharp, Samuel Magad, David McGill, Joseph Golan, Joseph Guastafeste, Larry Combs
    Conducted by Daniel Barenboim

  3. Oboe Concerto in D major, o.Op. 144 (TrV 292, AV 144)
    Composed by Richard Strauss
    Performed by Chicago Symphony Orchestra
    with Alex Klein
    Conducted by Daniel Barenboim

  4. Andante for horn & piano in C major (from unfinished sonata), o.Op. 86a (TrV 155, AV 86a)
    Composed by Richard Strauss
    Performed by Chicago Symphony Orchestra
    with Dale Clevenger
    Conducted by Daniel Barenboim

  5. An einsamer Quelle, for piano, Op. 9/2 (TrV 127/2)
    Composed by Richard Strauss
    Performed by Chicago Symphony Orchestra
    Conducted by Daniel Barenboim

  6. Träumerei, for piano, Op. 9/4 (TrV 127/4)
    Composed by Richard Strauss
    Performed by Chicago Symphony Orchestra
    Conducted by Daniel Barenboim

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This is an enchanting record. It presents several unfamiliar but beautiful works by Richard Strauss, and it showcases the principal wind players of the Chicago Symphony, who, not surprisingly, are fabulous. Moreover, they have the benefit of an equally fabulous backup band, and the hornist even gets to play a piece with the conductor, Daniel Barenboim, at the piano.

The program begins and ends with pieces Strauss wrote as a teenager, flanking two written late in his life. The former include an Andante for horn and piano--a love song reminiscent of Wagner--two dreamy, poetic piano pieces reminiscent of Liszt, and the popular first Horn Concerto, a bravura piece written for his horn-virtuoso father. Though Strauss was still finding his voice, this work no longer seems to lean on other composers and the orchestration is already masterful. The concerto is youthfully ardent and exuberant, its second movement very lyrical and a bit melancholy, the finale a brilliant hunting call. Like the other two, late concertos, it has three connected but strongly contrasting movements. The Duet-Concertino for clarinet and bassoon has an elusive quality, but the finale is delightful, the coda a Viennese waltz. The orchestration for strings and harp is rich and luscious, with several soloists who interact with the clarinet and bassoon.

The highlight is the Oboe Concerto. Serene and romantic, it has an ecstatic, gorgeous slow movement; a brilliant, florid, rhapsodic solo part full of inventive cadenzas; and rich orchestration for a small orchestra. The neglect of this work is inexplicable. Both late pieces are so haunted by echoes of all Strauss's earlier symphonic poems and operas as to invite a game of "Name That Tune's First Cousin!" --Edith Eisler

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing solo talent, August 16, 2001
By philistine (San Diego, California USA) - See all my reviews
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I originally bought this CD simply for Alex Klein's version of the Strauss Oboe concerto, but found everything else to also be superb. Klein's performance is the best that is out there. His sound is absoultely gorgeous and unparalled by anyone. Matching this sound with his technical mastery, smooth and singing phrases, as well as full dynamic range makes him simply the best oboist around. His interpretation of Strauss's concerto is absolutely breath-taking. I can listen to it over and over again.

The Horn concerto is brilliantly done by Clevenger. His sound rings brilliantly true with the spirit of the instrument. A radiant interpretation of this jubilant concerto.

Combs, McGill, and Barenboim also do excellent work on this CD; however these are the pieces that I listen to less. Nonetheless, their talent shines through and make for stunning performances.

This CD is a prime example of the wealth of talent that the CSO has. Truly a must own CD.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating Concerto Masterpiece!, March 30, 2002
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From the opening Horn Concerto, this Straussian rendering of his wind compositions is simply put, exhilirating listening! I can't get enough of hearing it, and I propose that likely many of you music conisseurs will as well. Recorded by members of the famed Chicago Symphony, it is very well done.

This collection features five compositions, his Horn Concerto No. 1 in E flat major and a second horn piece, this a Andante for Horn and Piano. As Strauss' father was a renown horn player himself and young Richard was made to accompany him at home much on the piano, that these pieces were of special import to him.
Dale Clevenger provides the solo work here, done with richness of tone and gusto in phrasing. I become enchanted more with the Horn Concerto with each listening. A great opener to this strong CD.

Next comes my favorite piece, even though I am partial to oboe numbers. This delightful Duet-Concertino for Clarinet and Bassoon is magnificently rendered by Larry Combs and David McGill. It bubbles and percolates with brilliant exhanges between the two instruments. Seductive and subtle, with magnificent light string accompanyment, this truly has become my favorite piece.

The Oboe Concerto was inspired by a visiting American oboeist, John deLancie. Amazingly, deLancie of the Pittsburgh and Philadelphia Orchestras, only played this piece once, at Interlochen, Michigan with Eugene Ormandy and the Philadelphia Orchestra. It is demanding for the oboeist, requiring 57 solid measures without rest. Strauss reputedly recommended a mechanical breathing device for this, however, contemporary oboeists insist on overcoming the breathing issue with circular breathing. Here Alex Klein proves his rating as one of tops in the world with a brilliant sinuous and lovely expression. The gentle Adante finish with its subdivision of beats results in a brilliant finish.

A lover and collector of such Concertos, I am delighted to have discovered this one which has captivated my listening and will yours.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection!, September 15, 2004
This review is from: Strauss: Wind Concertos (Audio CD)
This is a recording worth listening to over and over again. The peerless playing of these CSO principals as well as the excellent conducting from Barenboim make this CD the best there is in this repetoire. The Oboist Mr. Klein is sadly no longer playing much anymore due to a rare case of focal dystonia...he is an incredible musician and this performance of the Oboe Concerto is absolutely flawless with superb range in the bass register as well.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Sublime Alex Klein
The disc is spectacularly good. But I bought it for Alex Klein's performance of the oboe concerto. I heard it first on the radio and was mesmerized. Read more
Published 19 months ago by CAC

5.0 out of 5 stars Odd compilation, but stunningly performed
I orignially purchased this CD to hear Alex Klein's rendition of the oboe concerto, but was simply delighted by the mastery given to every one of the pieces on this disc. Read more
Published on August 8, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A Spellbinding Recording Of Strauss' Lesser Known Wind Works
This is indeed an enchanting recording, showing a Classical side of Richard Strauss little known to most lovers of classical music. Read more
Published on June 16, 2001 by John Kwok

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