Janáček's opera Jenůfa was only accepted by the National Theatre in Prague in 1916, after a long struggle, which helped him gain recognition beyond his adopted hometown of Brno.
Compositional Technique
In Káťa Kabanová, Janáček experimented with time, situating voices off stage and contracting and expanding timings for dramatic effect.
Composer Biography
Leoš Janáček, the composer, struggled for sixty years, teaching and composing without much financial or artistic success, and had a loveless marriage.
Performer Biography
Peter Breiner, the conductor and arranger, is known for his numerous orchestral arrangements, including award-winning Baroque versions of The Beatles and his distinctive arrangements of all national anthems used at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games.
Recording & Production
This album is the second volume of Janáček's Operatic Orchestral Suites, following a previous release that featured suites from Jenůfa and The Excursions of Mr Brouček.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Janáček, the composer, held Puccini and Tchaikovsky in high regard and hoped to write a lyrical romantic tragedy about a young woman's plight, similar to their works.
