Symphony No. 7 (Rautavaara)

Symphony No. 7 (Rautavaara)

Finnish composer Einojuhani Rautavaara wrote his Symphony No. 7, subtitled "Angel of Light", in 1994. It belongs to his "Angel Series", inspired by childhood dreams and revelations. The symphony has won wide popularity for its deep spirituality. The premiere recording by Segerstam has won a Grammy nomination.

Movements

#Tranquillo
#Molto allegro
#Come un sogno
#Pesante

Analysis

Instrumentation

Premiere

Bloomington Symphony Orchestra

Recordings


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