Danzas fantásticas, for orchestra (or piano), Op. 22
As time passes, the controversies that adversely affected Joaquín Turina's career and musical legacy seem to have faded enough to allow at least a reappraisal of his oeuvre. But even though Turina's politics are no longer a hot-button issue, many of his works still seem unconvincing and hard to get excited about. Skillfully orchestrated and brimming with melodies inspired by Spanish regional styles, Turina's orchestral pieces nonetheless present few intellectual challenges and seem quite tame and conservative when compared ...
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As time passes, the controversies that adversely affected Joaquín Turina's career and musical legacy seem to have faded enough to allow at least a reappraisal of his oeuvre. But even though Turina's politics are no longer a hot-button issue, many of his works still seem unconvincing and hard to get excited about. Skillfully orchestrated and brimming with melodies inspired by Spanish regional styles, Turina's orchestral pieces nonetheless present few intellectual challenges and seem quite tame and conservative when compared to the revolutionary works produced by his contemporaries. Yet the public's tastes have changed, and Turina's music has found a new audience, more sympathetic to his lush Romantic style and willing to excuse his blandness and obvious sentimentality. Best known and appreciated for its vivid Spanish colors and lively themes is the Danzas fantásticas, Op. 22, Turina's one bona fide hit, deservedly remembered for its bold scoring and rhythmic vitality. The rest of this CD's selections...
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