Axel Borup-jorgensen: Viola Works
Label: MPD Catalog: 8226584 Format: SLAATTO BJORKOE ASMUSSEN SLAATTO REUMERT EKKOZONE, SIGNE ASMUSSENAxel Borup- Jørgensen (1924-2012) was born in Denmark, but he grew up in Sweden where he was influenced by the incredible scenery and by the gloomy, introverted mood of Swedish poets and composers.; The dark, unique tone of the viola fascinated Borup- Jørgensen, and throughout his composing career he utilized this instrument as an opulent resource for expression.; The works on this album chronicle the development of Borup- Jørgensen as a composer. His Duo for Violin and Viola Op. 12 is lyrical and accessible, and contrasts Mobiles after Alexander Calder Op. 38 which displays more abstract tonalities. Finally, O Baume Lebens Op. 81 shows intense lyricism and extreme attention to detail. Price: $19.98 |