- Audio CD (May 9 2000)
- SPARS Code: DDD
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Telarc
- ASIN: B00004S8A8
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank:
#51,004 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
- #50 in Music > Classical > Chamber Music > Duets
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Track Listings
| 1. I. Andante Cantabile/Maestoso Rubato/Tempo I | |||
| 2. II. Canon: Allegro | |||
| 3. III. Andante Maestoso/Fuga: Allegro/Andante Grazioso | |||
| 4. IV. Moderato/Allegro Conspirito | |||
| 5. V. Andante Appassionato | |||
| 6. I. Largo, Maestoso E Grave | |||
| 7. II. Andante Espressivo | |||
| 8. III. Allegretto | |||
| 9. IV. Dawn In Paradise: Adagio Rubato | |||
| 10. V. Adagio | |||
| 11. 'Upon Enchanted Ground' | |||
| 12. I. Allegro | |||
| 13. II. Lento Misterioso | |||
| 14. III. Allegro | |||
| 15. I. Largo | |||
| 16. II. Allegro | |||
| 17. III. Adagio, Like A Solemm Dance | |||
| 18. IV. Allegro | |||
| 19. V. Grave | |||
| 20. VI. Allegretto | |||
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Music Of Hovhaness (Audio CD)
An outstanding and important collection of Hovhaness' music. Performed flawlessly on harp, the music is emotionally powerful. The orchestra is wonderful, making this "modern" music both lush and beautiful. This music shines out above all the ugly music of the late 20th century; Hovhaness is one of the best composers we had.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Peaceful, Meditative Music,
This review is from: Music Of Hovhaness (Audio CD)
Alan Hovhaness (who incidentially passed away just a few weeks ago as of this writing) is somewhat obscure, but I believe that he will someday be recognized as one of the twentieth century's greatest composers. Forsaking the atonalism that dominated his era, Hovhaness drew his inspiriation from an eclectic mix of ethnic influences, and from the world of nature.While hardly "typical" of his work, this album of harp-based music displays the Hovhaness stamp in terms of organization, structure, etc. (his style, once identified, is instantly recognizable). It's the instrumentation that makes this unique. Yolanda Kondonassis is marvelous performer who obviously holds a great deal of affection for this music. One would expect harp music to be quiet, etherial and evocative; this recording does not disappoint. It creates a mood of quiet and mystery, suggesting images of misty forests and far-off shores, but with a depth that lifts it beyond mere new-age noodling and into the classical tradition. At first listen, this album appears to be "background music", the kind you'd expect to hear playing in a shop of some sort. But upon closer inspection, Hovhaness' unique style and gift for counterpoint is revealed, and the music is seen for what it is: The work of a masterful composer.
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4.9 out of 5 stars (9 customer reviews) 53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Peaceful, Meditative Music,
By Doc Sarvis - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Music Of Hovhaness (Audio CD)
Alan Hovhaness (who incidentially passed away just a few weeks ago as of this writing) is somewhat obscure, but I believe that he will someday be recognized as one of the twentieth century's greatest composers. Forsaking the atonalism that dominated his era, Hovhaness drew his inspiriation from an eclectic mix of ethnic influences, and from the world of nature.While hardly "typical" of his work, this album of harp-based music displays the Hovhaness stamp in terms of organization, structure, etc. (his style, once identified, is instantly recognizable). It's the instrumentation that makes this unique. Yolanda Kondonassis is marvelous performer who obviously holds a great deal of affection for this music. One would expect harp music to be quiet, etherial and evocative; this recording does not disappoint. It creates a mood of quiet and mystery, suggesting images of misty forests and far-off shores, but with a depth that lifts it beyond mere new-age noodling and into the classical tradition. At first listen, this album appears to be "background music", the kind you'd expect to hear playing in a shop of some sort. But upon closer inspection, Hovhaness' unique style and gift for counterpoint is revealed, and the music is seen for what it is: The work of a masterful composer. 30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ethereal music, and a divine harp,
By P. Alvarez "vivaldi116" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Music Of Hovhaness (Audio CD)
This Cd is of the great music ofthe wonderful composer Alan Hovhaness. No matter what your favorite style is, this music you will fine it to be divine, spiritual.The sonata for the unusual combination of harp and guitar,"The Spirit of Trees" was composed in 1983 and is here recorded for the first time. Unique about this Cd is that money from sales will help protect the enviroment worldwide...Unique music, wonderful performances great price, peak quality sound, and a noble cause.... 20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding!,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Music Of Hovhaness (Audio CD)
An outstanding and important collection of Hovhaness' music. Performed flawlessly on harp, the music is emotionally powerful. The orchestra is wonderful, making this "modern" music both lush and beautiful. This music shines out above all the ugly music of the late 20th century; Hovhaness is one of the best composers we had.
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