Album insights
Renowned conductor Cristian Măcelaru, recipient of a GRAMMY® Award, and his Orchestre National de France serve as exceptional ambassadors for George Enescu's symphonic works. While the "Romanian Rhapsodies" on this album, particularly No. 1, have garnered significant fame, Enescu's three symphonies are yet to be fully recognized as central pieces in the symphonic repertoire. Enescu, a polymath figure as a composer and virtuoso violinist, also known for teaching luminaries like Yehudi Menuhin, lived across Romania, the USA, and France. Drawing inspiration from his cultural heritage, he crafted a uniquely remarkable body of work. Often likened to Mozart, Enescu was once hailed by Pablo Casals as "the most astonishing musician since Mozart." The showcased compositions offer a profound glimpse into the artistic evolution of one of the greatest talents of the twentieth century. From the youthful brilliance of the Romanian Rhapsody No. 1 to the deep, ethereal, and philosophical culmination of the Third Symphony, listeners embark on a journey into the life and artistry of the remarkable George Enescu. Experience an early preview of the third movement 'Vif et vigoureux' from Enescu's debut Symphony. The album is set for release on April 12th in both a 3-CD Set and digital formats.