Overtures, originally used to announce the start of a performance or to signal the entry of a sovereign, evolved to become independent musical entities.
Performer Biography
The Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, the orchestra on this album, has been led by Swedish conductor Ola Rudner as Music Director since the 2008/2009 season.
Recording & Production
This album of Romantic Overtures was recorded by the Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen and Ola Rudner in February 2011.
Performer Biography
The conductor, Ola Rudner, began his musical career as a violin virtuoso and was a prizewinner of the Paganini Competition in Genoa.
Historical Context
The overtures on this album, from the Romantic era, allowed listeners to escape the 'all too sober and stressful pressures of the everyday world'.
Performer Biography
Ola Rudner founded the Philharmonia Wien in 1995 and performs annually with them at Vienna's Musikverein.
Performer Biography
The Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen is an internationally recognized orchestra and officially represents the state of Baden-Württemberg.
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