This album is part of "The Music of Brazil" series, a project by the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote Brazilian music from the 18th century onwards.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Edino Krieger's compositional output is divided into three phases: an early period using serialist techniques, a neo-Classical phase, and a mature period synthesizing tradition and the avant-garde.
Composer Biography
Edino Krieger, the composer featured on this album, studied composition with notable figures like Hans Joachim Koellreutter, Aaron Copland, and Peter Mennin.
Recording & Production
Many works recorded for "The Music of Brazil" series have never been available outside Brazil, and many others will be world premiere recordings.
Performer Biography
Neil Thomson, the conductor, has been the principal conductor and artistic director of the Goiás Philharmonic Orchestra since 2014, leading it to national prominence.
Composer Biography
Edino Krieger was a significant figure in Brazilian arts administration, directing or presiding over major organizations for three decades and establishing the Brazilian Contemporary Music Biennial.
Performer Biography
The Goiás Philharmonic Orchestra, under Neil Thomson's leadership, is now regarded as one of the top three orchestras in Brazil, known for its energetic style and innovative programming.
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