Arvo Part: Tabula Rasa

Description

Opening with Tabula Rasa (1977), a concerto for two violins, prepared piano, and
string orchestra, including the evocative movements Ludus and Silentium, this album
journeys through Part’s early avant- garde phase with Symphony No. 1
“Poliphonic” (1964) featuring Kanons and Prelude and Fugue. Also included is the
intricate Collage on a Theme B-A-C-H (1964) with Toccata, Sarabande, and Ricercar,
alongside the intense Pro et Contra (1966), a concerto for cello and orchestra
dedicated to Mstislav Rostropovich, showcasing the dramatic Maestoso, Largo, and
Allegro movements. A powerful testament to Part’s innovative spirit and a must-have
for fans of modern classical and avant-garde music.
Includes: Concerto for 2 violins, prepared piano and string orchestra (1977),
SYMPHONY No. 1 “Poliphonic” (1964), COLLAGE ON A THEME B-A-C-H (1964) , PRO
ET CONTRA: Concerto for cello and orchestra. To Mstislav Rostropovich (1966)