London Symphony Orchestra, Stefan Sanderling, Amy Schwartz Moretti, London Voices - Christopher Schmitz: Violin Concerto & Symphony No. 1 "Land of the Free" (2024) [Hi-Res]

Tracklist

01. Violin Concerto: I. Dark
02. Violin Concerto: II. Warm
03. Violin Concerto: III. Electric
04. Symphony No. 1 "Land of the Free": I. Threads of Resilience
05. Symphony No. 1 "Land of the Free": II. Shadow Empire
06. Symphony No. 1 "Land of the Free": III. Viral Veil
07. Symphony No. 1 "Land of the Free": IV. Sins of Inaction
08. Symphony No. 1 "Land of the Free": V. Whispered Prayers

The violin concerto is a challenging setup to write for: it beckons with promises of both might and fragility. Composer Christopher Alan Schmitz is well-versed in both the theoretical and practical aspects of composition: his resulting VIOLIN CONCERTO AND SYMPHONY NO. 1 gets the balance just right.

The tonal language is reminiscent of Bruckner and Mahler, as raw emotion mixes with splendor. The ultimate success of this precarious, heady concoction rests on the shoulders of conductor Stefan Sanderling and particularly, violinist Amy Schwarz Moretti, member of the acclaimed Ehnes Quartet. Stirringly written and performed to perfection, a success it is.

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