Accentus Music
Bartok, Brahms, Falla, Tchaikovsky & Ye: Dances
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Details
- Composer
- Bela Bartok, Johannes Brahms, Manuel de Falla, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Shen Ye
- Artist
- Zhi-Jong Wang, Ensemble Epoch
- Format
- CD
- Label
- Accentus Music
- Released
- Oct 18, 2024
- Catalog #
- ACC30619
- UPC
- 4260234833164
About
DANCES Music by Ye, Bartok, Tchaikovsky, Brahms, de Falla Arranged by Shen Ye and Dai Weiyi Zhi-Jong Wang, violin Ensemble Epoch Experience the captivating artistry of Zhi-Jong Wang and her innovative chamber orchestra, Ensemble Epoch, with their latest album release, "Dances". Founded in 2021 by graduates of the prestigious Shanghai Conservatory of Music, Ensemble Epoch is redefining the boundaries of classical music performance. "Dances" brings together an eclectic mix of compositions and arrangements, showcasing the ensemble's remarkable versatility and unity. From the ethereal beauty of Shen Ye's "Prelude" to the vibrant rhythms of Bartok's "Romanian Folk Dances," this album is a testament to the ensemble's dynamic range. The imaginative arrangements by contemporary composers Shen Ye and Dai Weiyi breathe new life into beloved classics such as Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite" and Brahms' "Hungarian Dances". The album culminates in a breathtaking rendition of Manuel de Falla's "Ritual Fire Dance," demonstrating the ensemble's exceptional skill and passion. Zhi-Jong Wang's visionary leadership and violin artistry paired with the ensemble's cohesive performance style create a unique listening experience that transcends traditional classical music forms. Each track on "Dances" is a journey into a world of musical exploration, where the intimate connection between musicians and audience comes alive.
Tracklist 23 tracks
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1 Prelude 06:45
- Track
- 1
- Title
- Prelude
- Duration
- 06:45
- Composer
- Ye Shen
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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2 No. 1. Jocul cu bâtă (Stick Dance) 01:22
- Track
- 2
- Title
- No. 1. Jocul cu bâtă (Stick Dance)
- Duration
- 01:22
- Composer
- Béla Bartók
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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3 No. 2. Brâul (Sash Dance) 00:37
- Track
- 3
- Title
- No. 2. Brâul (Sash Dance)
- Duration
- 00:37
- Composer
- Béla Bartók
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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4 No. 3. Pe loc (In One Spot) 01:07
- Track
- 4
- Title
- No. 3. Pe loc (In One Spot)
- Duration
- 01:07
- Composer
- Béla Bartók
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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5 No. 4. Buciumeana (Dance from Bucsum) 01:54
- Track
- 5
- Title
- No. 4. Buciumeana (Dance from Bucsum)
- Duration
- 01:54
- Composer
- Béla Bartók
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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6 No. 5. Poargă Românească (Romanian Polka) 00:31
- Track
- 6
- Title
- No. 5. Poargă Românească (Romanian Polka)
- Duration
- 00:31
- Composer
- Béla Bartók
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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7 No. 6. Mărunțel (Fast Dances) 00:57
- Track
- 7
- Title
- No. 6. Mărunțel (Fast Dances)
- Duration
- 00:57
- Composer
- Béla Bartók
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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8 Act II Tableau 3: Divertissement: e. Dance of the Toy Flutes 02:45
- Track
- 8
- Title
- Act II Tableau 3: Divertissement: e. Dance of the Toy Flutes
- Duration
- 02:45
- Composer
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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9 Act II Tableau 3: Variation 1: Tarantella 00:47
- Track
- 9
- Title
- Act II Tableau 3: Variation 1: Tarantella
- Duration
- 00:47
- Composer
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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10 Act II Tableau 3: Variation 2: Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy 02:32
- Track
- 10
- Title
- Act II Tableau 3: Variation 2: Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy
- Duration
- 02:32
- Composer
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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11 Act II Tableau 3: Divertissement: c. Tea - Chinese Dance 01:16
- Track
- 11
- Title
- Act II Tableau 3: Divertissement: c. Tea - Chinese Dance
- Duration
- 01:16
- Composer
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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12 Act II Tableau 3: Divertissement: d. Trepak - Russian Dance 01:20
- Track
- 12
- Title
- Act II Tableau 3: Divertissement: d. Trepak - Russian Dance
- Duration
- 01:20
- Composer
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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13 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble) 03:35
- Track
- 13
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 03:35
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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14 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 2 in D Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble) 03:17
- Track
- 14
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 2 in D Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 03:17
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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15 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 3 in F Major (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble) 02:49
- Track
- 15
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 3 in F Major (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 02:49
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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16 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 4 in F Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble) 05:02
- Track
- 16
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 4 in F Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 05:02
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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17 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble) 02:42
- Track
- 17
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 02:42
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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18 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 17 in F-Sharp Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble) 03:59
- Track
- 18
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 17 in F-Sharp Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 03:59
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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19 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 7 in A Major (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble) 00:00
- Track
- 19
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 7 in A Major (arr. J. Joachim and Weiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 00:00
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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20 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 20 in E Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble) 03:02
- Track
- 20
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 20 in E Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 03:02
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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21 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 19 in B Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble) 02:30
- Track
- 21
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 19 in B Minor (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 02:30
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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22 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D-Flat Major (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble) 03:52
- Track
- 22
- Title
- 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D-Flat Major (arr. J. Joachim and Ye Shen for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 03:52
- Composer
- Johannes Brahms
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch
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23 El amor brujo (Love, the Magician): Danza del fuego (The Ritual Fire Dance) (arr. Waiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble) 04:22
- Track
- 23
- Title
- El amor brujo (Love, the Magician): Danza del fuego (The Ritual Fire Dance) (arr. Waiyi Dai for violin and string ensemble)
- Duration
- 04:22
- Composer
- Manuel de Falla
- Performer
- Zhi-Jong Wang
- Ensemble
- Ensemble Epoch