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SummerFest 2002: Two by Salonen

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In addition to being one of the world's most sought-after conductors, Esa-Pekka Salonen is also a composer of repute. This program features two pieces by Salonen: Lachen Verlernt for solo violin (a World Premiere commissioned by SummerFest), and Five Images After Sappho, for soprano and chamber ensemble. Featuring commentary by the composer and by SummerFest Artitistic Director Cho-Liang Lin. Series: "La Jolla Music Society: SummerFest" [2/2003] [Humanities] [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 6780]

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  • The violin piece is very dramatic, effective use of tremolo,double-stops and harmonics. Gratifying performance..

    Overall, once more, Salonen proves to be a very,very inspiring musician.

  • Great program, nice to hear Salonen discussing the Sappho songs. A lesser-known gem in his work. The way he tonepaints the text is amazing. I love Salonen's chamber music, these pieces deserve to become more well-known...

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  • The violin piece is a solo version of his large orchestral work Insomnia.

  • Only if it's a crappy composer.

  • If you really think this^ why are you searching for it, listening to it, and taking the time to comment on it?

    Sounds like someone may have a little too much time on their hands, hmm?

    A childish comment begs a childish reply:

    - let's see you do better.

  • Nice setting of Sappho's verses,great orchestration, clear structure of piece,very convincing performance.Too bad that the only Greek music piece he knows is 'Zorbas' - a lot there to discover.

  • Nice setting of Sappho's verses,great orchestration, clear structure of piece,very convincing performance.Too bad that the only Greek music piece he knows is 'Zorbas' - a lot there to discover.

    The violin piece is very dramatic, effective use of tremolo,double-stops and harmonics. Gratifying performance..

    Overall, once more, Salonen proves to be a very,very inspiring musician.

  • Nice setting of Sappho's verses,beautiful orchestration,very convincing performance/conducting.Too bad the only Greek music Salonen knows is 'Zorbas'..

    Violin piece very dramatic, effective use of tremolo, double stops and harmonics.. and definately a well-played piece.

    Once more,Salonen proves to be a very inspiring musician.

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