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Composing is a way to talk about the things I care about, so when Paul and Sol asked me to write a new ballet for them I immediately began to think about subject matter; what exactly should a new work made in Europe in 2017 talk about? recalls Richter. Reflecting on contemporary society, I decided to make a work on the universal subject of journeys Many of us are lucky enough to be able to influence where we are going, but for an increasing number there are very few choices: the physical journey is a necessity in order for the journey forward through time to continue at all.
The world premiere recording of Richters composition is central to his latest album, Exiles. Also comprising brand-new orchestral versions of some of his best-known earlier works, the album was recorded in Tallinn in 2019 by Kristjan Jrvi and the Baltic Sea Philharmonic, an orchestra that prides itself on fostering cross-border unity and artistic innovation.
Richter said, The Baltic Sea Philharmonic is a really interesting orchestra, its of young players from all the nations around the Baltic Sea so that obviously includes former Western European countries, former Eastern European countries, so its a little bit of a social project. It has this peacemaking function, people being able to talk to each other in a creative way. It struck me that it would be nice to have that orchestra play music that matched that theme. (via Deutsche Grammophon)
Label: Deutsche Grammophon
Format: 2 x Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Album, Stereo, 180g
Country: Europe
Released: 2021
Genre: Classical
Style: Modern
File under: Modern Classical
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