Larry Sitsky: De Profundis

Features 'De Profundis' based on texts by Oscar Wilde, in addition to 'Violin Concerto No.2', 'Fantasia No.2' and 'Petra'.

Oscar Wilde's text for 'De Profundis' written in the dark days following his trial inspired Sitsky's illuminating and intense musical interpretation. Baritone Lyall Bevan, percussionist Graeme Leak, the Petra and Canberra School of Music String Quartets give superb performances of this intense work.

In addition this disc features the 'Violin Concerto No.2' which was inspired by the writings of the influential philosopher Gurdjieff and juxtaposes the musical languages of the East and West.

It also includes two compositions for piano performed by the composer: 'Fantasia No.2' and 'Petra'.

Artists

Petra String Quartet

Now defunct, the Petra String Quartet was formed in 1977 from graduates of the Tasmanian Conservatorium and focused on Australian compositions. They toured the eastern states, then Europe in 1980.

Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra

The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra has an enviable reputation as one of the world's great small orchestras. It has a full-time playing strength of 47 musicians, which can be augmented for specific programming purposes.

Larry Sitsky

Larry Sitsky's activities as a composer, pianist, writer, broadcaster and teacher place him inevitably to the fore among today's ambassadors of contemporary Australian piano music. Through his work to date he has made a significant contribution to the Australian music tradition.


Press quote

“As is the case with the other pieces on this disc, 'De Profundis' receives an exemplary performance.”

— Opera Australia

Audio preview

Track Listing

    De Profundis Larry Sitsky

  1. The bitterness of disgrace 3:33
  2. The letter 3:14
  3. Oscar reflects on his former greatness 2:09
  4. The rebuke (Melodrama) 2:26
  5. New understanding 2:23
  6. Suffering: The other half of life 2:38
  7. Resolution 6:05

    8. Gurdjieff: Violin Concerto No.2 Larry Sitsky

  8. Dolce, rubato 4:33
  9. Allegro 1:34
  10. Allegretto 4:17
  11. Andantino-allegro 3:14
  12. Andante con moto 3:58
  13. Allegretto-allegro 1:41
  14. Larghetto 3:15
  15. Fantasia No. 2 Larry Sitsky 9:38
  16. Petra Larry Sitsky 4:48

Performers

Composer

Larry Sitsky

Larry Sitsky's activities as a composer, pianist, writer, broadcaster and teacher place him inevitably to the fore among today's ambassadors of contemporary Australian piano music. Through his work to date he has made a significant contribution to the Australian music tradition.


Availability

Larry Sitsky: De Profundis can be purchased online through Buywell Just Classical or the Australian Music Centre who both offer secure online ordering.

This title is also available in (or can be ordered through) many fine music retailers across Australia, including Thomas’, Discurio and Readings.

Product details

List price
$26.00 AUD
Total playing time
59 minutes 26 seconds
Release date
1989
Copyright
© 1989 Move Records
Phonogram
℗ 1989 Move Records
Categories
Australian, Classical, Orchestral, Vocal
Catalogue number
MD 3084
Alternate catalogue number
MD3084
Barcode
EAN 9314574308426