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Levanon - Martin - Poulenc - Shostakovich: Works For Pianos and Orchestra
MultiPiano, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Dmitry Yablonsky
In contrast to the somewhat controversial arrangement of the Martin, the Shostakovich Concertino for two pianos, with additional parts devised by Lev for string orchestra sounds completely idiomatic,...
Levanon - Martin - Poulenc - Shostakovich: Works For Pianos and Orchestra
MultiPiano, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Dmitry Yablonsky
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In contrast to the somewhat controversial arrangement of the Martin, the Shostakovich Concertino for two pianos, with additional parts devised by Lev for string orchestra sounds completely idiomatic,...
About
Concertante orchestral works for more than one keyboard instrument saw a revival after the First World War with the neo-Baroque trends of the time helping to revitalise the neglected concerto grosso genre. Recorded here in a new version with three pianos, Martin’s Petite symphonie concertante reflects the dark tensions of the Second World War, while Poulenc’s delightful Concerto for Two Pianos is infused with the spirit of Mozart in its rich and eclectic stylistic tapestry. Shostakovich’s Concertino, in a new orchestral version, shifts between superficial Soviet entertainment and heartfelt expressiveness, and the songs quoted in Aryeh Levanon’s Land of Four Languages symbolise a hope for peace and harmony in Israel.
Contents and tracklist
- Arr. T. Lev for 3 Pianos & 2 String Orchestras
- MultiPiano, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Dmitry Yablonsky
- MultiPiano, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Dmitry Yablonsky
- Arr. T. Lev for 2 Pianos & String Orchestra
- MultiPiano, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Dmitry Yablonsky
- Version for 2 Pianos, 8 Hands & String Orchestra
- MultiPiano, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Dmitry Yablonsky
Awards and reviews
January 2023
In contrast to the somewhat controversial arrangement of the Martin, the Shostakovich Concertino for two pianos, with additional parts devised by Lev for string orchestra sounds completely idiomatic, and this beautifully blended performance serves the music most effectively.
July/August 2023
The Martin, much the most serious work here, is played with subtlety and with attention to the music’s delicate balance of emotions and sonorities.
April 2023
Responses to the new arrangement [of the Martin] will ultimately be a matter of personal inclination but there’s no denying the intensity and authority that the soloists and Dmitry Yablonsky bring to the performance.
January 2023
This is a unique programme of music performed with great skill by a pretty unique ensemble. Technically the presentation is very good and I would certainly return to this disc for the Poulenc and Shostakovich.
Record Review 12th November 2022
Light, alert playing...perfect ensemble.
