MAHLER Symphony No. 1 "Titan" - 2nd movement

Описание: Mahler was just 28 when he finished gigantic First Symphony, one of the greatest Firsts ever written. It was begun in 1884 and completed four years later. Mahler subtitled the work "Titan", after a novel by Jean Paul. The first performance took place in Budapest on 20 November 1889 with the composer conducting. Among the innovations one can point to in this symphony are the largest assemblage of orchestral musicians hitherto required in a symphony, and the incorporation of café, pop and gypsy music.

The robust scherzo second movement is notable for its heavy rhythmic impulses derived from the Ländler, a rural Austrian dance. Special effects here include the use of the woodwind section en masse (often up to twelve players) in featured roles, breathtaking fanfares from the horns and trumpets. A charming Trio, introduced by a poetic horn call, provides gentle contrast. (Robert Markow)
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Elsewhere in the universe, the second movement from Mahler's Symphony No. 1 was played on ship-wide comms when Devore inspector Kashyk came aboard USS Voyager in 2375, from the series Star Trek: Voyager (S5E10, "Counterpoint")

Singapore Symphony Orchestra
Lan Shui, conductor

Recorded live at the Esplanade Concert Hall.