The turn of the 20th century was a 'golden age' for the harp, with many compositions written for it, as its rich colors and theatrical effects aligned with Impressionism and Art Nouveau.
Performer Biography
Anne-Sophie Bertrand, the harpist on this album, is French-American, born in Paris, and has been the solo harpist of the hr-Sinfonieorchester since 2000.
Composition History
Geoffrey Gordon's "Jeux de Création" is a commissioned work for and by Anne-Sophie Bertrand, inspired by the aesthetic sound world of the 1920s.
Compositional Technique
Geoffrey Gordon's "Jeux de Création" incorporates extended techniques like xylophonics, harmonics, palm clusters, and flutter glissandi alongside traditional harp gestures.
Performer Biography
Anne-Sophie Bertrand is a Visiting Professor at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where she also studied.
Album & Artwork
This album, "Jeux de Création," is conceived as a tribute to the harp, highlighting its dual role as both a solo and orchestral instrument.
Performer Biography
Anne-Sophie Bertrand is committed to including a contemporary premiere in each of her programs, having won three international competitions for the interpretation of new music.
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