The Czech Chamber Philharmonic Orchestra Pardubice is recognized for its stylistic interpretations and orchestral sound quality, performing at prestigious venues across Europe and touring America and Japan.
Composer Biography
Daniel-François-Esprit Auber, the composer, was known for his balanced temperament and Parisian elegance, which he reflected in his musical attitudes.
Compositional Technique
Auber's overtures, once as famous as those of Rossini and Suppé, use an abridged non-sonata-allegro form, often omitting or truncating the development section.
Interpretation
This recording emphasizes the French style of playing, featuring double dotted rhythms and sharp staccato, while adhering closely to the original metronome markings.
Compositional Technique
Most of Auber's opéras-comiques are scored for an orchestra similar to Rossini's, including piccolo, woodwinds in pairs, four horns, two trumpets, trombones, timpani, and various percussion.
Performer Biography
Dario Salvi, the conductor, is a Scottish-Italian researcher specializing in restoring and performing rare works, with a particular interest in Viennese music and works by composers like Meyerbeer and Auber.
Recording & Production
The sheet music used for this recording was edited by Dario Salvi, the conductor, and is available through Naxos Sheet Music Publishing.
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