Contemporary Music from Switzerland (I) (MH 37/1982)
A programme devoted to music by four leading representatives of Switzerland's younger generation of contemporary composers.
This edition’s focus lies on Ulrich Gasser, Roland Moser, Peter Streiff and Thüring Bräm. Each work is accompanied by an introductory explanation from the composer.
Musical content
1. Ulrich Gasser: Piano Sketch III
Composed in 1974
Werner Bärtschi, piano
2. Roland Moser: Ding for orchestra
Composed in 1973
Saarländischer Rundfunk Symphony Orchestra; Hans Zehnder, conductor
3. Peter Streiff: Fourth Etude for Piano
Composed in 1973
Urs Peter Schneider, piano
4. Thüring Bräm: Indaba for recorders and other small instruments
Composed in 1975
Hans-Martin Linde
Production information
Musica Helvetica MH 37. Contemporary Music from Switzerland (I). Produced 1982 for SBC / SRI by Lance Tschannen.
Background information
Switzerland is a small alpine nation shaped and influenced by great cultural cross-currents that have swept through Europe over centuries. Out of elements of diversity, the people of this country have forged a distinctly Swiss identity. And music is one of its most eloquent expressions. “Musica Helvetica” explores different facets of music in Switzerland from its earliest beginnings to the latest works of modern Swiss composers, from folk music to rock and jazz. This historical series span the years 1973 to 1998. These recordings are not available.
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