Brandl was a versatile composer, considered by his contemporaries to be 'one of the most estimable composers of our time,' whose output covered every standard genre except keyboard music.
Critical Reception
The progressive nature of Brandl's Symphony Op. 25 was highlighted by critic Heinrich Christoph Koch, who found fault with its 'deviations into remote keys' and 'too incisive' modulations.
Performer Biography
Kevin Griffiths has received international recognition for his commitment to contemporary music as the founder and principal conductor of the London Steve Reich Ensemble.
Performer Biography
Kevin Griffiths, the conductor on this album, is the Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of the Collegium Musicum Basel since 2011.
Composer Biography
Brandl's career included positions as music director at the small residence of Bartenstein and later at the episcopal court in Bruchsal.
Composer Biography
Johann Evangelist Brandl, born in 1760, began his musical journey with his boy soprano voice, which attracted the attention of music-loving clerics.
Compositional Technique
Brandl's musical language, especially towards the end of his career, moved beyond the classical style with heightened chromaticism, showing traits of early romanticism.
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