02. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "Concerto for Recorder, Transverse Flute, Strings and Continuo in E Minor: IV. Presto"
03. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "Klezmer Dance No. 2"
04. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Adolf Fredriks Flickk?r "Psalm fran ?lvdals-Asen"
05. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "Introduction and Variations on a Swedish Song for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 12"
06. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Wendel, Olof "Hungarian Dance No. 14 in D Minor" 5 Stücke im Volkston, Op. 102
07. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "I. Mit Humor ('Vanitas vanitatum')"
08. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "II. Langsam"
09. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "V. Stark und markiert" Romanian Folk Dances Sz. 56
10. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Wendel, Olof "II. Sash Dance"
11. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Wendel, Olof "III. In One Spot"
12. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Wendel, Olof "IV. Dance from Bucium"
13. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Wendel, Olof "V. Romanian Polka"
14. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Wendel, Olof "VI. Fast Dance"
15. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "Nana"
16. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra / Adolf Fredriks Flickk?r "Jag vet en dejlig rosa"
17. Adolf Fredriks Flickk?r "Primal Blues"
18. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "Rolig Pers Polska"
19. Adolf Fredriks Flickk?r "Hymn of Echoes"
20. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "La muerte del angel"
21. Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra "All in the Past"
Description:
"Roots" is an imaginative and virtuosic CD project by clarinetist Martin Fröst together with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, released on the renowned classical label Sony Classical. The album explores the "roots" of the clarinet and orchestral music by bringing together works and arrangements that trace the instrument's expressive possibilities across centuries and cultures. Listeners can expect a rich, cinematic sound world: lyrical passages that highlight Fröst's singing tone, dazzling technical fireworks, and atmospheric orchestral colors crafted to showcase the clarinet as both a solo voice and a storyteller. Rather than presenting a single composer or a narrow epoch, "Roots" offers a curated musical journey that moves between different styles and moods, from intimate and meditative to rhythmically driven and exuberant. The Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra provides a refined and responsive accompaniment, matching Fröst's precision and imagination in every phrase and creating a cohesive, immersive listening experience that remains approachable even for those new to classical music. Sony Classical, as the producer of this release, ranks among the world's most respected classical music labels, known for high production standards, excellent recording quality, and a catalog ranging from legendary historical recordings to cutting-edge contemporary projects. Over decades, Sony Classical has worked with many of the leading orchestras, conductors, and soloists, and this experience is reflected in the clarity, balance, and depth of the sound on "Roots": the recording captures both the warmth of the clarinet and the full dynamic range of the orchestra in a way that translates equally well to high-end systems and everyday players. Martin Fröst is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and technically accomplished clarinetists of his generation. Acclaimed for his virtuosity, tonal beauty, and stage presence, he is known not only as a soloist with major orchestras but also as a musical thinker who likes to push the boundaries of traditional concert formats. His projects often combine classical repertoire with new arrangements and cross-genre influences, and he has received international recognition and awards for his recordings and performances. With "Roots" he continues this artistic path, creating a concept album that illustrates his curiosity and creative range, while reaffirming his position as a leading figure in contemporary classical performance. Listeners who appreciate expressive woodwind playing and imaginative programming will find in this CD a compelling, repeat-worthy addition to their collection.
Concerto
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- Accordion 6- Bassoon 18- Bugle 35- Cello 201- Clarinet 62- Double Bass 8- Early Instrum. 11- Flute 84- Guitar 28- Harp 17- Harpsichord 26- Lute 4- Mandolin 4- Oboe 45- Organ 34- Other Concerto 9- Other Concerto 1.299- Percussion 7- Piano 729- Recorder 18- Saxophone 19- Solo Instruments 33- Trombone 15- Trumpet 85- Tuba 9- Viola 23- Violin 559Other Classic 3.451Symphonic Music 14.562
Roots
