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Bohuslav Martin$f; - Orchestral Masterpieces
This classical compact disc features major orchestral works by twentieth-century Czech composer Bohuslav Martin$f; (1890–1959), performed by the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra under the direction of conductor Tomáš Netopil. Martin$f; is celebrated for his prolific output, rhythmic vitality, and synthesis of Czech folk traditions with French impressionism and neoclassical forms.
Track Listing
- 1. Overture for Orchestra, H 345 (1953) - 6:42
- 2-4. Les Fresques de Piero della Francesca, H 352 (1955) - 18:20
- 5. The Rock (Symphonic Prelude), H 363 (1957) - 10:20
- 6-8. The Parables, H 367 (1957) - 20:04
- 9-11. Estampes, H 369 (1958) - 16:48
About the Composer & Performers
Bohuslav Martin$f; spent much of his career in Paris and the United States, developing a distinct harmonic and orchestral language. Written during the final decade of his life, these late orchestral compositions showcase his mature mastery of form, color, and emotional depth. The Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra and conductor Tomáš Netopil deliver definitive interpretations of these rich Czech symphonic scores, recorded in high-resolution digital stereo sound with a total playing time of 72:34.
