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Malipiero is one of those composers who I had been curious about for some time, but had never got around to discovering any of his works. I then noticed the gradual release of a large range of his symphonic works through Naxos and so tried this Volume 4 edition. I can only regret not seeking out this composer's work much earlier. This is an excellent introduction to a sadly neglected composer who no doubt exercised a considerable influence on twentieth century music. All the symphonic works on this CD have a dynamism and orchestral breadth that will continually intrigue the listener. If, for instance, you appreciate the muscular orchestral compositions of Bartok, Stravinsky and Ives, then you will be instantly drawn in to these pieces. This is particularly the case for the Seventh Symphony - you kind of know after the first few bars of the Allegro with its curious opening (almost Anglo-style) jig passage that this is going to be a dynamic orchestral statement. If for no other reason, I'd explore this CD for the breath-takingly delightful second movement Lento. This is one of the most sublime symphonic slow movements of the twentieth century, and I was irresistibly reminded here of Respighi's Pines of Rome through its rich orchestral colour and sense of atmosphere. The same is also true for the final movement Lento. The works presented on this CD are a triumph and I would love to see a resurgence of interest in Malipiero's work, especially on the concert scene.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
A Budget Re-release of the Fine Marco Polo Disc of Malipiero's 7th and Two Unnumbered Symphonies
1 Jan 2010
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This is a re-release on the budget Naxos label of a 1994 Marco Polo CD; Marco Polo is Naxos's full-price sister label and I'm inclined to think that it may be going out of business in these parlous economic times when many music lovers have been converted to the option of downloading mp3s rather than buying physical CDs. At any rate, this disc is part of the series of Marco Polo discs that included Antonio de Almeida leading the Moscow Symphony Orchestra in all of Malipiero's symphonies. There is a fine review (to which I have nothing cogent to add) of the Marco Polo disc by Malipiero maven 'Discophage' here: Malipiero: Symphony No.7/Sinfonia in un tempo/Sinfonia per Antigenida. As far as I can tell the two discs are identical sonically and the price certain is right.
Scott Morrison
Scott Morrison
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Malipiero maven says thanks and signals that you might find the original cheaper
24 Feb 2012
Format:Audio CD
Thanks for the kind comment J. Scott Morrison. I just want to point out that, at the time of writing, the original issue sells cheaper: see Malipiero: Symphony No.7/Sinfonia in un tempo/Sinfonia per Antigenida. I don't know if the Naxos reissue has the outstanding liner notes by John Waterhouse (who apparently knew Malipiero personally) - but just in case of doubt it is an additional incentive to buy the original CD.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
A Budget Re-release of the Fine Marco Polo Disc of Malipiero's 7th and Two Unnumbered Symphonies
1 Jan 2010
Format:Audio CD
This is a re-release on the budget Naxos label of a 1994 Marco Polo CD; Marco Polo is Naxos's full-price sister label and I'm inclined to think that it may be going out of business in these parlous economic times when many music lovers have been converted to the option of downloading mp3s rather than buying physical CDs. At any rate, this disc is part of the series of Marco Polo discs that included Antonio de Almeida leading the Moscow Symphony Orchestra in all of Malipiero's symphonies. There is a fine review (to which I have nothing cogent to add) of the Marco Polo disc by Malipiero maven 'Discophage' here: Malipiero: Symphony No.7/Sinfonia in un tempo/Sinfonia per Antigenida. As far as I can tell the two discs are identical sonically and the price certain is right.
Scott Morrison
Scott Morrison
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