A momentous release, as Morlot and the Seattle Symphony follow their acclaimed recording of Ives' Symphony No. 2 with the next installment that includes four of the composer's greatest works. The rarely recorded Symphony No. 4 is a haunting summation of American musical styles, and one of the masterpieces of American music. It receives here a live performance of staggering authority and eloquence that brings Ives' multi-layered sonic canvas to new life. Recorded alongside Symphony No. 3 and Ives' two most beloved short orchestral works, this release is engineered to audiophile standards and set to be an authoritative voice among recordings of Ives' discography.

Tracklist:

Symphony No. 4 (Ed. T. Brodhead): I. Prelude. Maestoso [Live]
Symphony No. 4 (Ed. T. Brodhead): II. Comedy. Allegretto [Live]
Symphony No. 4 (Ed. T. Brodhead): III. Fugue. Andante Moderato Con Moto [Live]
Symphony No. 4 (Ed. T. Brodhead): IV. Very Slowly - Largo Maestoso [Live]
The Unanswered Question (Revised Version)
Central Park In The Dark
Symphony No. 3 In B-Flat Major "Camp Meeting": I. Old Folks Gatherin'
Symphony No. 3 In B-Flat Major "Camp Meeting": II. Children's Day
Symphony No. 3 In B-Flat Major "Camp Meeting": III. Communion

UPC: 855404005089
Label: Seattle Sym Media
Release Date: 1.8.16
Format: CD

Ives / Seattle Symphony / Morlot - Ives: Symphony No. 3 & 4 - The Unanswered Question - Central Parkin the Dark (CD)