A highly prolific composer who's works have sunk into oblivion since his death. I can see why on the basis of this composition. A very jagged piece with a structure that can only be described as awkward.
You're wrong, his mature masterpieces from the late 50s through the 70s have been recognised and celebrated at the highest levels of the contemporary music world. I'm pretty sure if he were alive that he would not want this work to even be heard, he basically disowned almost all of his pre 50s output.
@@hanssvoboda You are also wrong. How do you explain that not a single piece by this composer has ever been played at a BBC Promenade Concert in London since it's conception in 1895. It is, after all, considered as "the greatest music festival in the world". I think your ideas of " highest levels" differs from everyone else's. I shall though, upon your recommendation, investigate him further, and I hope it's more rewarding than this. :-) Perhaps you could tell me some works I should listen to.
I don't know who the "everyone" you speak for are, but in my world everyone understands Scelsi's place in 20th century composition. Scelsi's works like Anahit (1965) and Uaxuctum (1969) place him at the absolute pinnacle of post-war avant garde composition along with Feldman, Ligeti, Nono etc. and his works are regularly performed by Europe's best contemporary music groups Klangforum Wien, Ensemble Modern and Musikfabrik.
@@hanssvoboda Fair enough, I shall speak to my former professors (those that are still alive) at the Royal Academy of Music in London where some years ago I got a degree in composition (with distinction). I don't remember ever hearing his name being mentioned. We often discussed Cage, Penderecki & Ligeti but not Scelsi. You and I are obviously living in different musical spheres. But thanks for the works you mention, I will check them out. Best regards. David A
@@hanssvoboda Iv'e just been listing to Uaxuctum. A fabulous work. Loved it. You have taught me more than my professors did in London! And shows that the BBC Programmers are sadly uneducated, just like me! Thank you Hans. Best regards. David A.
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A highly prolific composer who's works have sunk into oblivion since his death. I can see why on the basis of this composition. A very jagged piece with a structure that can only be described as awkward.
You're wrong, his mature masterpieces from the late 50s through the 70s have been recognised and celebrated at the highest levels of the contemporary music world. I'm pretty sure if he were alive that he would not want this work to even be heard, he basically disowned almost all of his pre 50s output.
@@hanssvoboda You are also wrong. How do you explain that not a single piece by this composer has ever been played at a BBC Promenade Concert in London since it's conception in 1895. It is, after all, considered as "the greatest music festival in the world". I think your ideas of " highest levels" differs from everyone else's.
I shall though, upon your recommendation, investigate him further, and I hope it's more rewarding than this. :-) Perhaps you could tell me some works I should listen to.
I don't know who the "everyone" you speak for are, but in my world everyone understands Scelsi's place in 20th century composition. Scelsi's works like Anahit (1965) and Uaxuctum (1969) place him at the absolute pinnacle of post-war avant garde composition along with Feldman, Ligeti, Nono etc. and his works are regularly performed by Europe's best contemporary music groups Klangforum Wien, Ensemble Modern and Musikfabrik.
@@hanssvoboda Fair enough, I shall speak to my former professors (those that are still alive) at the Royal Academy of Music in London where some years ago I got a degree in composition (with distinction). I don't remember ever hearing his name being mentioned. We often discussed Cage, Penderecki & Ligeti but not Scelsi. You and I are obviously living in different musical spheres. But thanks for the works you mention, I will check them out. Best regards. David A
@@hanssvoboda Iv'e just been listing to Uaxuctum. A fabulous work. Loved it. You have taught me more than my professors did in London! And shows that the BBC Programmers are sadly uneducated, just like me! Thank you Hans. Best regards. David A.