IDAGIO | Orchestral Music (Finnish) - Klami, U. / Palmgren, S. / Kajanus, R. / Kuula, T. / Sibelius, J. (Pictures From Finland) 761195111222

Featuring

Leif Segerstam
Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra
Uuno Klami
Selim Palmgren
Leevi Madetoja
Robert Kajanus

Oskar Merikanto
Armas Järnefelt
Toivo Kuula
Taneli Kuusisto
Aarre Merikanto
Jean Sibelius

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Historical Context

In the 19th century, artists 'discovered' nature, seeing it as a reflection of their inner mental landscape, which was a key aspect of the National Romantic movement.

Cultural Impact

Many works on this album are familiar to Finnish listeners and have helped shape their image of themselves, Finland's nature, and its history.

Composer Biography

Armas Järnefelt, a composer and conductor on this album, was Jean Sibelius's brother-in-law and, like Robert Kajanus, had little time for composing due to his conducting career.

Composer Biography

Oskar Merikanto, a composer on this album, was an accomplished pianist, organist, and music critic, and was considered by many Finns at the turn of the 20th century to be the country's best composer.

Performer Biography

Robert Kajanus, a composer featured on this album, founded the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra in 1882 and was its chief conductor for its first 50 years.

Recording & Production

This album was recorded at the Finlandia Hall in June 2007 and is a 24-bit recording.

Historical Context

At the turn of the 20th century, when Finland was under Russian rule, depicting Finnish landscapes and historical events became a major contribution to shaping Finnish identity.