Arvo Part – Tabula Rasa / Symphony No.1 [2LP] (Solid Orange Colored 180 Gram Vinyl Import)

Experience the groundbreaking evolution of Arvo Part with this remarkable 2LP set featuring his seminal works. Opening with Tabula Rasa (1977), a concerto for two violins, prepared piano, and string orchestra, including the evocative movements Ludus and Silentium, this album journeys through Part’s early avant-garde phase with Symphony No. 1 “Poliphonic” (1964) featuring Kanons and Prelude and Fugue. Also included is the intricate Collage on a Theme B-A-C-H (1964) with Toccata, Sarabande, and Ricercar, alongside the intense Pro et Contra (1966), a concerto for cello and orchestra dedicated to Mstislav Rostropovich, showcasing the dramatic Maestoso, Largo, and Allegro movements. A powerful testament to Part’s innovative spirit and a must-have for fans of modern classical and avant-garde music.TRACKLIST:SIDE ATABULA RASA: Concerto for 2 violins, prepared piano and string orchestra (1977) 1. LudusSIDE B1:SilentiumSIDE CSYMPHONY No. 1 “Poliphonic” (1964) 1. Kanons2. Prelude and FugueSIDE DCOLLAGE ON A THEME B-A-C-H (1964) 1. Toccata2. Sarabande3. RicercarPRO ET CONTRA: Concerto for cello and orchestra. To Mstislav Rostropovich (1966) 4. Maestoso5. Largo6. Allegro