Credits:
Szymanowski, Karol (1882-1937)
Description:
Shmanowski nicknamed his first symphony "a monstrous orchestral work of counterpoint and harmony. Although he himself denied the influence of Wagner and R. Strauss, it is inevitable that the "Concert Overture," one of his early works, sounds like his predecessors. However, the First Symphony, written two years later, is full of his distinctive "meaty swell. It is surprisingly attractive. In the Fourth Symphony, we can enjoy Stravinsky-esque neoclassical music in which the piano plays an active role in every direction. Especially, the blazing mazurka-like music in the last movement is worth a listen. Comment courtesy of Naxos Japan.