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Diaz-Jerez: Maghek / Portal, Barrios, Descalzo, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Signum Classics

Diaz-Jerez: Maghek / Portal, Barrios, Descalzo, Royal Scottish National Orchestra

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Details

Composer
DIAZ-JEREZ, GUSTAVO
Artist
Barrios, Descalzo, Portal
Format
CD
Label
Signum Classics
Released
Apr 17, 2020
Catalog #
SIGCD612
UPC
635212061220

About

Gustavo Diaz-Jerez is one of the leading composers and pianists in Spain. His compositional output spans all genres, from solo works to opera. His works have been premiered by prestigious ensembles and orchestras. His orchestral work Ymarxa, commissioned by the XXVII Canary Islands Music Festival, was premiered by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Charles Dutoit. In 2018, his first opera was premiered, La casa imaginaria. This album represents the culmination of more than ten years of compositional work. A unique endeavour in the history of music in the Canary Islands, it comprises seven symphonic poems – almost two and a half hours of music– which evoke the landscapes and natural beauty of the Canaries. The cycle takes its name, Maghek (“the one who creates brightness”), from the sun-goddess of the Guanches, the aboriginal inhabitants of the Canary Islands. Each piece is inspired by a specific locale on a different island; some resurrect forgotten stories. Naturalistic tonal painting (the sea, the wind, the rugged scenery) is a constant feature throughout the cycle.

Tracklist 7 tracks

  1. Disc 1
  2. 1 Maghek: Ymarxa (Tenerife) 19:28
    Track
    1
    Title
    Maghek: Ymarxa (Tenerife)
    Duration
    19:28
    Composer
    Gustavo Díaz-Jerez
    Ensemble
    Royal Scottish National Orchestra
    Conductor
    Eduardo Portal
  3. 2 Maghek: Ayssuragan (La Palma) 23:45
    Track
    2
    Title
    Maghek: Ayssuragan (La Palma)
    Duration
    23:45
    Composer
    Gustavo Díaz-Jerez
    Performer
    Cristo Barrios
    Ensemble
    Royal Scottish National Orchestra
    Conductor
    Eduardo Portal
  4. 3 Maghek: Guanapay (Lanzarote) 26:24
    Track
    3
    Title
    Maghek: Guanapay (Lanzarote)
    Duration
    26:24
    Composer
    Gustavo Díaz-Jerez
    Performer
    Ricardo Descalzo
    Ensemble
    Royal Scottish National Orchestra
    Conductor
    Eduardo Portal
  5. Disc 2
  6. 1 Maghek: Chigaday (La Gomera) 19:02
    Track
    1
    Title
    Maghek: Chigaday (La Gomera)
    Duration
    19:02
    Composer
    Gustavo Díaz-Jerez
    Ensemble
    Royal Scottish National Orchestra
    Conductor
    Eduardo Portal
  7. 2 Maghek: Azaenegue (Gran Canaria) 22:16
    Track
    2
    Title
    Maghek: Azaenegue (Gran Canaria)
    Duration
    22:16
    Composer
    Gustavo Díaz-Jerez
    Ensemble
    Royal Scottish National Orchestra
    Conductor
    Eduardo Portal
  8. 3 Maghek: Erbane (Fuerteventura) 15:06
    Track
    3
    Title
    Maghek: Erbane (Fuerteventura)
    Duration
    15:06
    Composer
    Gustavo Díaz-Jerez
    Ensemble
    Royal Scottish National Orchestra
    Conductor
    Eduardo Portal
  9. 4 Maghek: Aranfaybo (El Hierro) 11:46
    Track
    4
    Title
    Maghek: Aranfaybo (El Hierro)
    Duration
    11:46
    Composer
    Gustavo Díaz-Jerez
    Ensemble
    Royal Scottish National Orchestra
    Conductor
    Eduardo Portal