The Västerås Sinfonietta, one of Sweden's oldest orchestras dating back to 1883, emphasizes variety, tradition, and innovation in its programming and has a long-established composer-in-residence scheme.
Composer Biography
Albert Schnelzer has composed music for significant events, including the 70th birthday of H.M. King Carl XVI Gustaf, the 400th anniversary of Gothenburg, and the 40th anniversary of the Alte Oper Frankfurt.
Instruments
Ilya Gringolts, the violinist on this recording, plays a violin made by Antonio Stradivarius in Cremona in 1719, known as the 'ex-Prové'.
Notable Performances
Albert Schnelzer's orchestral work, A Freak in Burbank, is one of the most performed contemporary pieces from Sweden, having been played over 70 times by more than 30 orchestras since its 2008 premiere.
Composer Biography
Albert Schnelzer (b. 1972) achieved international recognition in 2004 with the premiere of his piano trio, Predatory Dances, at the Festival Présences in Paris.
Performer Biography
Ilya Gringolts, the Russian violinist featured on this album, is known for his virtuoso playing and sensitive interpretations, and also dedicates himself to contemporary music, having premiered works by several composers including Albert Schnelzer.
Performer Biography
Simon Crawford-Phillips, the conductor on this album, has a unique career as a pianist, conductor, and creative programmer, and is passionate about contemporary music, having premiered works by composers like Thomas Adès and Steve Reich.
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