Koppel, Schmidt & Bentzon: Clarinet Concertos

Catalogue No.:

or 0054

EAN Code:

9120010283017

Artist(s):

John Kruse, Aalborg Symfoniorkester, Fredrik Burstedt

Composer(s):

Niels Viggo Bentzon, Herman David Koppel, Ole Schmidt

Recording Date:

12-14 & 16 June 2023

Recording Venue:

Musikkens Hus, Aalborg/Denmark

Release:

June 2024

John Kruse, the Aalborg Symphony Orchestra and conductor Fredrik Burstedt present the fascinating world of Danish clarinet concertos. This album features Herman D. Koppel’s Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra, which showcases his distinctive blend of influences from jazz to classical. Ole Schmidt’s Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra from 2007 offers a vibrant mix of jazz and classical styles, highlighting his imaginative orchestration. Finally, Niels Viggo Bentzon’s Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, revised by his son, presents a unique, transparent musical language across four movements. Three masterful compositions that highlight Denmark’s rich musical heritage.

Herman D. Koppel

Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra, Op. 35 (1941)

1.

Moderato

09:24

2.

Andante, quasi Fantasia

07:54

3.

Allegro tranquillo

06:17

Ole Schmidt

Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra (2007)

4.

Allegro moderato

07:13

5.

Andante

05:27

6.

Allegretto

04:50

Niels Viggo Bentzon

Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, Op. 578 (1993)

7.

Moderato