This album is the first in a projected sequence of six volumes dedicated to Bohuslav Martinů's early orchestral works.
Composition History
Many of Bohuslav Martinů's early orchestral works remained unexplored due to their poor manuscript condition, requiring significant editorial intervention.
Performer Biography
Sinfonia Varsovia, the orchestra on this recording, was formed in 1984 when Yehudi Menuhin, a renowned violinist and conductor, desired to continue working with extra members of the Polish Chamber Orchestra.
Composer Biography
Bohuslav Martinů, an autodidact composer, developed into one of the most recognizable voices in 20th-century music after 1925.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bohuslav Martinů's early works on this album demonstrate his strong melodic capacity and ability to create effective sound combinations.
Performer Biography
Ian Hobson has recorded over sixty albums, including complete piano sonatas of Beethoven and Schumann, and a complete edition of Brahms' variations for piano.
Performer Biography
Ian Hobson, the pianist and conductor on this album, won First Prize at the Leeds International Piano Competition in 1981.
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