W/ Kammerensemble Neue Musik Berlin, Roland Kluttig
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Recording: December 1-2, 1995, Berlin, Studio Nalepastraße, Saal 1
20-page booklet includes notes in German, English and French.
"For Samuel Beckett" is a remarkable CD compilation released by Cpo, featuring various artists who pay tribute to the legendary Irish writer and playwright Samuel Beckett. This album brings together an eclectic mix of contemporary classical works inspired by Beckett?s minimalist aesthetic and existential themes. The selection spans avant-garde compositions, experimental soundscapes, and modern chamber music that reflect the profound influence of Beckett on 20th- and 21st-century music. Listeners are invited into a world where silence, repetition, and subtlety play as crucial a role as melody or harmony?mirroring the literary genius's own approach to language. Cpo (Classic Produktion Osnabrück) is renowned for its dedication to high-quality recordings of rare repertoire in classical music; their catalog includes many award-winning productions that have brought lesser-known composers into the spotlight.
Tough music from one tough person to another tough person. Very austere yet very opulent at the same time. Presentation, performance and sound are perfect as one would expect from this record label.