Angel Dances (2006)

The 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic are one of continental Europe's most successful crossover ensembles and one of Germany's few exemplars of what has been called post-classical music (it's a poor term, probably derived from the equally poor "postmodern") -- music that draws on materials from the classical tradition but incorporates popular and world influences in a synthesis freely shaped by individual performers. Here the cellists draw on an international fascination with angels that shows no sign of abating, and ... Read More

The 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic are one of continental Europe's most successful crossover ensembles and one of Germany's few exemplars of what has been called post-classical music (it's a poor term, probably derived from the equally poor "postmodern") -- music that draws on materials from the classical tradition but incorporates popular and world influences in a synthesis freely shaped by individual performers. Here the cellists draw on an international fascination with angels that shows no sign of abating, and the program offers a suitably diverse set of perspectives on angelic themes. The Angel trilogy of Argentine tango-fusion composer Astor Piazzolla -- La muerte del Ángel, Milonga del Ángel, and La resurreción del Ángel -- must have seemed an irresistible choice, not only because of the theme but also because the cello can take on such a strong rhythmic element. The Piazzolla pieces don't work so well in this context; the tango rhythms are vigorous, but the upper voices, those... Read Less

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