Xiaogang Ye: Chamber Music | Fidelio Trio and Friends | Thomas Kemp (conductor) | Resonus Classics | RES10342

Xiaogang Ye: Chamber Music

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Total playing time [54:35]

Fidelio Trio & Friends

Ancient traditions, folklore, landscapes, and the natural world are central themes in the music of the distinguished Chinese composer Xiaogang Ye. This new album, performed by the Fidelio Trio and friends, spans over three decades of Ye’s chamber works from 1989 to 2023.

Known for his vast range of compositions, Ye's deep connection to his Chinese heritage is particularly evident here. His intricate use of instrumentation, rhythmic and melodic motifs, and dramatic forms come to life in these intimate settings. The album features a variety of ensembles and instruments, including the evocative traditional Chinese instrument, the pipa in Gardenia, highlighting Ye’s ability to blend traditional Chinese elements with Western classical music.

Each piece, from the lyrical Piano Trio Op. 59 to the vivid Nine Horses Op. 19, showcases Ye’s mastery of timbral colour, rhythmic interplay, and melodic expression, offering listeners a fresh perspective on ancient myths and tales through a modern lens.

Album Booklet (PDF)

Tracklist

1. Piano Trio, Op. 59

2. Gardenia, Op. 78
for pipa and string quartet

3. Enchanted Bamboo, Op. 18
for piano quintet

4. Datura, Op. 57
for flute and piano trio

5. Nine Run
for cello and piano

6. Nine Horses, Op. 19
for 10 players

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© 2024 Resonus Limited
Ⓟ 2024 Resonus Limited
Catalogue No. RES10342
Producer, engineer & editor: Adam Binks
EAN: 5060262793879
Release date: 20 September 2024