Album insights
This Ravel release features well-known works like Daphnis et Chloé, Boléro, and La Valse alongside more obscure pieces. Pianist Yuja Wang and violinist Ray Chen interpret the repertoire included. The box set also contains the two piano concertos, recorded with Yuja Wang, who was the 2014 Artist in Residence at the Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich. This recording marks the Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich's first performance under the direction of the youthful conductor Lionel Bringuier, who has a strong connection to Ravel's music. Wang, since her European debut with the Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich, feels a deep affinity for Ravel's music, praising its precision, beauty, and vibrant energy. Recorded in the Tonhalle Zürich known for its exceptional acoustics, these recordings promise a rich musical experience.