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Opus 66 (LP)

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A panorama of Dutch 1960's contemporary music with four compositions for orchestra and ensemble, released on Radio Nederland "Opus" series in 1966. With insert.

condition (record/cover): NM / VG (writing on front and small writing on back)

Insert included.

This group represented a specific generation of post-war Dutch avant-garde composers. They gained prominence through the "Opus" recording series produced by Radio Nederland, which showcased modern Dutch music to an international audience. Ton de Kruyf (1937–2012): Known for serialist and lyrical works such as Pour faire le portrait d'un oiseau. Joep Straesser (1934–2004): A student of Ton de Leeuw, he combined experimental innovation with musical intuition in works like 22 Pages. Rob du Bois (1934–2013): A composer, pianist, and jurist whose music often explored humorous and avant-garde elements. Wil Eisma (b. 1929): A violinist and composer who integrated electronic music with instrumental performance.

Details
File under: Contemporary
Cat. number: 109 582 Y
Year: 1966

Release notes

Highlights In Dutch Avant-Garde Music

Tracklist
Programme I
A1Cantata "Pour Faire Le Portrait D'Un Oisseau" For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Orchestra12:27
A2"22 Pages", For Wind Orchestra, Double-Basses, Percussion And Three Male Voices10:45
Programme II
B1Quartet For Oboe, Violin, Viola And Cello12:27
B2"Diaphora", For Strings, Harpsichord, Marimba And Percussion13:03
Credits
John Van Der Steen
Narrator

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