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Beethoven: The Creatures of Prometheus, Op. 43

9/13/2019, 18 Tracks, 1:16:36

Featuring

  • Leif Segerstam
  • Turku Philharmonic Orchestra
  • Ludwig van Beethoven

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Performer Biography

The Turku Philharmonic Orchestra, which was formed from the Turku Musical Society founded in 1790, is the oldest orchestra in Finland.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Leif Segerstam, the conductor on this album, is an internationally recognized figure who has held chief conductor positions with numerous prestigious orchestras and opera houses.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Leif Segerstam is a prolific composer, known for developing a unique 'free-pulsative' style in Rosenkranz form for his later symphonies, which are performed without a conductor.

Source: Booklet

Composition History

Beethoven was commissioned to compose the ballet music for 'The Creatures of Prometheus' for Salvatore Viganò, a dancer and choreographer who was the nephew of composer Luigi Boccherini.

Source: Booklet

Composer Biography

Beethoven's early career in Vienna was significantly aided by introductions to leading members of society in the imperial capital, thanks to the Archbishop, who was a son of Empress Maria Theresa.

Source: Booklet

Compositional Technique

The finale of Beethoven's 'The Creatures of Prometheus' features a theme that he later reused in his famous 'Eroica' Symphony and the 'Eroica' Variations.

Source: Booklet

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