At the premiere of his own symphony in 1902, Gustav Helsted's work was described as 'questing and as a result often odd and awkward', leaving the audience 'more amazed than enthusiastic'.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in the DXD audio format (Digital eXtreme Definition) at 352.8 kHz/32bit, using DPA 4006TL microphones.
Recording & Production
Both the Decet and String Quartet on this album are world premiere recordings, meaning they have never been recorded before.
Composer Biography
Gustav Helsted was a prominent organist, serving at the Jesus Church in Valby for 24 years before being appointed to the prestigious post at the Church of Our Lady (Copenhagen Cathedral) in 1915.
Composer Biography
Gustav Helsted, the composer, initially began his career as a trainee in a commercial office at his father's wish, despite being born into a musical family.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Gustav Helsted, along with Carl Nielsen and others, established the 'Music Society of 14 March 1896' to explore new musical tendencies, including the symphonies of Bruckner and Mahler.
Performer Biography
The Danish Sinfonietta, the ensemble performing on this album, was founded in 1945 and has toured extensively, visiting countries like China, Russia, and Scotland.
