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As with his earlier recording [of Also sprach], Roth never loses sight of the work’s structure, tying everything together with the surest of touches, but this new account adds to that a new and... — Gramophone Magazine, June 2023 More…

Release Date: 24th Mar 2023
Catalogue No: LSO0833
Label: LSO Live
Length: 49 minutes

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Strauss, R: Also sprach Zarathustra, Op. 30

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François-Xavier Roth, London Symphony Orchestra

I. Also sprach Zarathustra. Sonnenaufgang

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II. Von den Hinterweltlern

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III. Von den großen Sehnsucht

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IV. Von den Freuden und Leidenschaften

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V. Das Grablied

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VI. Von der Wissenschaft

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VIIa. Der Genesende. Energisch

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VIIb. Der Genesende. Ziemlich langsam

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VIII. Das Tanzlied

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IX. Das Nachtwanderlied

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Debussy: Jeux - Poème dansé

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Recording of the Week, Strauss and Debussy from François-Xavier Roth and the London Symphony Orchestra

24th March 2023

The LSO and their Principal Guest Conductor present sumptuous, radiant performances of two virtuosic orchestral showpieces: Richard Strauss's Also sprach Zarathustra and Debussy's Jeux.

Opening with its famous ‘Sunrise’ fanfare, there is no mistaking Strauss’ Also sprach Zarathustra. A bold, intrepid tone poem, famously used by Stanley Kubrick in 2001: A Space Odyssey, it explores mankind’s place in the universe, diving headfirst into themes of religion, science and individuality.

François-Xavier Roth’s interpretation of Debussy’s Jeux completes the album. The kaleidoscopic score begins in a darkened stillness, developing fluidly with flashes of light and playful, chromatic motifs that perfectly depict the ‘games’—firstly childish, later amorous—of the ballet’s characters.

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June 2023

As with his earlier recording [of Also sprach], Roth never loses sight of the work’s structure, tying everything together with the surest of touches, but this new account adds to that a new and thrilling energy and sense of excitement. Highly recommended.

24th March 2023

Roth brings great clarity even in the densest music...The principal jewel of this recording must be the opulence of the strings, for which there can be no better example than the conclusion to "Von den Hinterweltlern" (Of the Backworldsmen)...Another test of virtuosity is Debussy’s 1913 ballet, Jeux, which with its constantly-changing tempo markings needs enormous control from conductor and orchestra alike. Sitting alongside the Strauss it confirms the brilliance and flexibility of this magnificent orchestra.

16th April 2023

Roth draws from an incandescent LSO playing of incredible sumptuousness and clarity. The Debussy, also recorded in 2018, has a similar richness and balance; every texture sings clearly, every detail is teased out.

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Recording of the Week, Strauss and Debussy from François-Xavier Roth and the London Symphony Orchestra

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