Luxembourg Contemporary Music, Vol. 2

Featuring

Alexander Merzyn
Karl Berkel
Philippe Schwartz
Philharmonische Orchester des Staatstheaters Cottbus
Marco Pütz

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Composer's Artistic Vision

A central element of Marco Pütz's music is accessibility and enjoyment for both audiences and musicians.

Performer Biography

Karl Berkel, the tuba soloist on this album, won a two-year scholarship at the Karajan Akademie and performed with the Berliner Philharmoniker and Sir Simon Rattle.

Historical Context

The Cottbus State Theatre Philharmonic Orchestra, which performs on this album, has a history spanning over 100 years.

Composer Biography

Marco Pütz, born in Luxembourg in 1958, has composed around 100 works in various genres, including for symphonic orchestra, wind band, brass band, and string quartet.

Performer Biography

Alexander Merzyn, the conductor, became the general music director at the Staatstheater Cottbus in 2020 and has conducted orchestras across Europe and Asia.

Recording & Production

This album features world premiere recordings of Marco Pütz's works: Chapters of Life, Elegia, Euphonia's Voice, and Strömungen.

Performer Biography

Philippe Schwartz, the euphonium soloist, has held principal euphonium positions with renowned bands like the Leyland Band, Brighouse & Rastrick Band, and Grimethorpe Colliery Band.