Giacomo Puccini: Orchestral Works (Crisantemi, Preludio sinfonico, Capriccio sinfonico)

Featuring

Ivan Repušić
Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Giacomo Puccini

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Performer Biography

Ivan Repušić has been the Chief Conductor of the Münchner Rundfunkorchester since the 2017/2018 season.

Performer Biography

Ivan Repušić, the Croatian conductor, developed a broad Italian repertoire early in his career as Chief Conductor and Opera Director at the Croatian National Theatre in Split.

Composer Biography

Puccini's purely instrumental compositions, including those for orchestra and chamber music, were almost all written during his student years at the Milan Conservatory from 1880 to 1883.

Performer Biography

The Münchner Rundfunkorchester, founded in 1952, is known for its diverse programming, including opera, operetta, sacred music, film music, and crossover projects.

Recording & Production

This album was recorded in Studio 1 of the Bavarian Radio (BR) in Munich from February 6th to 10th, 2023.

Compositional Technique

Many themes from Puccini's early instrumental pieces later reappeared in his stage works, becoming much more famous in their operatic form.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Puccini's early instrumental works reflect the musical spirit of his time, showing influences from his teacher Amilcare Ponchielli and the music of Richard Wagner.