Having then explored the 12note system through the 1960s, he developed his own tonal technique which he calls tintinnabuli after the belllike impression of notes in a triad. Hillier s rich interpretation of the works and the estonian philharmonic chamber choirs skillful execution are spinechilling. Estonian composer arvo part is a unique voice in todays music. Miserere begins on the stark note of human existence. His career has embraced singing, conducting, composing, and writing about music. Cantus bares similarities to buddhist visualisation practices, and since it is a reenactment of the spiritual path it could also said to be puja. It is characterized by a homophonic combination of two kinds of voices to use paul hillier s helpful terminology. In the case of cantus in memory of benjamin britten it is not just religious, it is spiritual. There have been other recordings of fur alina and spiegel im spiegel but none like those on this disc, realized with the participation of the composer. Praise for out of silence a luminous engagement of music, philosophy, and. A survey and comparison of two musical styles stephen gregory john penton arvo part s output can be divided into two categories. Its appeal is often ascribed to its relative simplicity.
Passio domini nostri jesu christi secundum joannem english. Arvo part oxford studies of composers by paul hillier oxford university press, 1997 219 pages. In 2004 paul hillier was awarded the estonian cultural prize. The book includes appendices containing a discography, a bibliography, and a list of works. The powers of heaven, a muchadmired pro gram of russian orthodox sacred music, was followed by rachmaninovs allnight vigil, op. Out of silence examines the powerful interplay between parts music and the composers own deep roots in the orthodox christian faitha relationship that has born much creative fruit and won the hearts of countless listeners across the globe. Arvo part da pacem domine estonian philharmonic chamber choir paul hillier all rights belong to their owners. Arvo part available for download and read online in other formats. May 18, 2010 paul hillier conductor recorded march 1988, st. Overview v biography v discography v compositions v credits v awards v. Using a tonal idiom based on a mixture of scales and triads, part created a style called tintinnabuli. Paul douglas hillier born 9 february 1949 is a conductor, music director and baritone. Using a tonal idiom based on a mixture of scales and triads, part created a.
All composers deserve a book written like this one, giving performers and listeners deep and spiritual insights into the music and the spirit of the composer. Paul hillier conducts arvo part, theatre of voices cd. Else torp, christopher bowersbroadbent, paul hillier. Part of its effectiveness derives from the story itself, which is so achingly poignant that it can hardly fail to raise a lump in the throat. Those seeking a more detailed treatment of part s tintinnabuli music ant its basis in religious tradition will want to consult paul hillier s foundational book the music of arvo part oxford studies of composers oxford. Order from your preferred classical music cd store arkivmusic. Estonian philharmonic chamber choir, paul hillier arvo.
Not only is hillier a brilliant musician in his own right, but he has collaborated with part many times in the last decade or so to produce many splendid recordings as well as giving many world premier concert performances of part s work. Tenor vocals arvo aun, kaido janke, martin lume, raul mikson, tiit kogerman, toomas tohert. This specially priced set brings together three previously released recordings of music by estonian composer arvo part as performed by paul hillier leading. Pdf algorithmic music and computeraided composition often pose problems of form organization. Here part, aided by exceptional interpreters, revisits those seminally important compositions which. Last week, he announced that all of this seasons performances of his music. Arvo part drew something of his inspiration from early music as is made clear in the following video produced by the bbc. The highest virtue of music, for me, lies outside of its mere sound.
Tribute to caesar arvo part texas allstate choir tmea 2010 san antonio, tx. In this book, the first fulllength study of part, paul hillier explores the tintinnabuli works in considerable depth. For this reason, the tonic note of tintinnabuli music will depend the mode of the music. Arvo part zocht naar een nieuwe traditie waaraan hij zich kon gaan wijden. Peter laenger, stephan schellmann produced by manfred eicher. I can hear brads effortless recording technique from the opening measures. It is almost easter, and i noticed that native dsd music has an easter special going on. This is an album for easter, or for any other day of the year. Its a strong, striking piece with a surprisingly potent emotional punch. Since the late 1970s, part has worked in a minimalist style that employs his selfinvented compositional technique, tintinnabuli. Tribute to caesar for mixed choir satb a cappella ue317. One extraordinary gem is robina youngs and brad michels recording of arvo part s da pacem on harmonia mundi.
Read an interview with the magazines editor, james inverne. An analytical conductors guide to the satb a capella. In this context, parts biographer, paul hillier, observed that he had reached a position of. This is my page showing the fabulous experiences of filming, cosplays and much more. A study of cantus in memory of benjamin britten by arvo part. Da pacem by estonian philharmonic chamber choir and paul hillier and tens of millions of other songs on all your devices with amazon music unlimited. Arvo part da pacem albums harmonia mundi nativedsd music. It was really the defining moment that introduced us fully to arvo parts music. October 23, 2006 estonianborn composer arvo part is in the news. Composed in parts very own tintinnabulistyle, fratres allows many different settings because it is not bound to a specific timbre. The music of the estonianborn composer arvo part is a unique and powerful voice in the contemporary world. Arvo part is an estonian composer of classical and religious music. Hillier also draws on his own experience of working with the composer to offer thoughts on various performance.
Oct 30, 2015 my year with arvo part he is a man of courage, humility and authenticity. Its opening proclamation speaks directly to the heart. And it was performing passio, coming to know and understand passio, that sort of sealed our relationship the realisation that this is really something unique. This volume is the definitive guide for readers looking to engage with the form, content. Arvo part a ecouter sur deezer musique en streaming. The particular timbre of an instrument is part of the music, but it is not the most important element. Arvo part, paul hillier, theatre of voices arvo part. His most performed works include fratres 1977, spiegel im spiegel 1978. David langs the little match girl passion, for vocal quartet doubling on percussion instruments, won the pulitzer prize in 2008. He specializes in early music and contemporary art music, especially that by composers steve reich and arvo part. Soprano voice, alto voice, tenor voice, bass voice sheet music book by arvo part 1935. Paul hillier is certainly qualified to write a book about the music of arvo part.
With the increasing popularity of recording and performing parts music, hilliers own thoughts on performance issues will be especially welcome in the world of contemporary music. In 1944, estonia saw the occupation of the soviet union, which would last for over 50 years, and would have a profound effect on his life and. Paul hillier paul hillier conducts arvo part music. Structurally, the work can be divided into what hillier refers to as verse and tutti sections. Deceptive cadence the estonian composers contemplative yet powerful music has found popularity beyond the borders of classical music. This video has been uploaded for educational purposes. The book also explores the spiritual and theological contexts of part s creativity, and the challenges of performing his work. Arvo part 11 september 1935 is an estonian composer of classical and sacred music. My year with arvo part he is a man of courage, humility and. September 11, 1935 paide a small town near tallinn, estonia. The founding director of the hilliard ensemble and theatre of voices, paul hillier is regarded as one of the most versatile artists.
Paul hillier conducts arvo part for the first time in 3 cd sets, discover the major recording projects matured over many years by ensembles and musicians of harmonia mundi including paul hilliers classic recordings of arvo parts music on the occasion of the composers 80th birthday. Jun 18, 2012 a guide to arvo parts music this week, tom service looks at a deeply spiritual composer who found his own musical language with a love of every note at its heart all articles in this series. Arvo part bio, albums, pictures naxos classical music. The title of pari intervallo quite accurately describes the compositional process functioning in this and other tintinnabular works. Passio domini nostri jesu christi secundum joannem sheet music bassoon, cello, oboe, organ, satb choir, violin sheet music by arvo part. The estonian composer, arvo part was born in paide, estonia, a small town near tallinn, the countrys capital. John dramatizes the apostle johns account of the arrest and crucifixion of jesus. Since the late 1970s, part has worked in a minimalist style that employs his selfinvented. This might have been written about arvo parts compositional technique, here liberated from the minimalist strictures of earlier decades, treading a fine line between agony and ecstasy in a way. Arvo part b 1935 a native of estonia, arvo part at first wrote in a style perceptibly influenced by russian composers. Arvo parts passio domini nostri jesu christi secundum joannem of 1982 is just such a piece. This dissertation is limited to the composers satb a cappella.
Paul hillier arvo part oxford studies of composers oxford university press, 1997. A tribute by estonian philharmonic chamber choir, theatre of voices, pro arte singers and paul hillier and tens of millions of other songs on. The passion of our lord jesus christ according to john, also known as the st. Hillier advises careful attention to tuning of pure intervals, as well as rehearsing the music extra slowly to understand the gravitas that must be expressed. An analytical conductors guide to the satb a cappella works of arvo part by kimberly anne cargile may 2008 arvo part b. Baritone paul hillier has distinguished himself both as a singer and a conductor of vocal music from the renaissance to the 21st century. Join facebook to connect with paul hillier and others you may know. In this first fulllength study, paul hillier draws on his own considerable experience working with part and his music to explore the famous tintinnabuli works in depth. Hang your posters in dorms, bedrooms, offices, or anywhere blank walls arent welcome. Arvo part, paul hillier, theatre of voices, ars nova. Arvo part da pacem estonian philharmonic chamber choir. Hillier, paul paul hillier conducts arvo part amazon. His most performed works include fratres 1977, spiegel im.
Paul hillier and gidon kremer along the way proved invaluable. Parts music is in part inspired by gregorian chant. In my dark hours, i have the certain feeling that everything outside this one thing has no meaning. Arvo part, paul hillier, theatre of voices, ars nova copenhagen, christopher bowersbroadbent, nyyd quartet part. Passio has a very important place in our musical heritage as the hilliard ensemble. Paul hillier estonian chamber choir arvo part set the latin text of the magnificat canticle in 1989. Arvo part my hearts in the highlands else torp and. Arvo part by paul hillier, 1997 online research library. He also examines the music of part s earlier, somewhat neglected serial period, and charts the composers steady evolution towards the abstract tonality of his later years. Arvo part s music is recognisably religious since so many of his works are settings of religious texts.
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