This 2005 disc from Avie features four fascinating pieces by Lithuanian composer Vytautas Barkauskas, whose best-known work in the west is the exuberant, stylistically varied Partita for solo violin, Op. 12 (1967). However, that work, and the dramatic Two Monologues for viola solo, Op. 71 (1983, revised 2004), are perhaps less captivating than the two fantastically colorful orchestral showpieces premiered here, Jeux for violin and orchestra, Op. 117 (2003), passionately performed in concert by violinist Philippe Graffin and ...
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This 2005 disc from Avie features four fascinating pieces by Lithuanian composer Vytautas Barkauskas, whose best-known work in the west is the exuberant, stylistically varied Partita for solo violin, Op. 12 (1967). However, that work, and the dramatic Two Monologues for viola solo, Op. 71 (1983, revised 2004), are perhaps less captivating than the two fantastically colorful orchestral showpieces premiered here, Jeux for violin and orchestra, Op. 117 (2003), passionately performed in concert by violinist Philippe Graffin and the Lithuanian National Orchestra; and the Duo Concertante for violin, viola, and orchestra, Op. 122 (2004), performed with similar ardor before a live audience by Graffin and violist Nobuko Imai with the Vilnius Festival Orchestra; both performances are skillfully conducted by Robertas Servenikas. Even though Barkauskas employs tone rows and other modernist techniques in his music, it seldom sounds harsh or grating, partly because the constant interplay of contrasting timbres...
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Add this copy of Jeux to cart. $7.49, good condition, Sold by Goodwill of Orange County rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Santa Ana, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by Avie.
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Good. This item has very light surface scratches that do not affect the use of the disc/s. This is a USED item and case may have light wear. All items unless otherwise noted will include disc, case, and artwork. Codes have been used. Other contents such as booklets may vary, please inquire for details. All items ship Monday-Friday within 2-3 business days.
Add this copy of Vytautas Barkauskas: Jeux; Partita; Two Monologues; Duo to cart. $20.39, new condition, Sold by Importcds rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Sunrise, FL, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by Avie.
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Vytautas Barkauskas. New. New in new packaging. USA Orders only! Brand New product! please allow delivery times of 3-7 business days within the USA. US orders only please.
Add this copy of Vytautas Barkauskas: Jeux, Partita, Two Monologues, Duo to cart. $27.86, new condition, Sold by Revaluation Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Exeter, DEVON, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2005 by AVIE.
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