MARTINŮ: THE SYMPHONIES
Bamberger Symphoniker
Jakub Hrůša, conductor
On their new album, conductor Jakub Hrůša and the Bamberger Symphoniker explore the six symphonies of Czech composer Bohuslav Martinů – one of the 20th century’s finest symphonic cycles. Composed during the composer’s American exile, these mature works encompass poetic lyricism, epic tragedy, and Bohemian colour and energy.
The Bamberg Symphoniker traces its artistic lineage to Prague, with roots reaching back to the Estates Theatre and the city’s rich musical culture. Based in Bamberg since 1946, the orchestra has brought its rich and warm sound to music lovers worldwide. In a close artistic partnership, Hrůša and the orchestra bring this shared heritage to life with clarity, depth, and expressive power.
The album is released digitally and on CD.
Martinů: Symphony No. 1, H. 289
I. Moderato – Poco più mosso
II. Scherzo. Allegro – Poco moderato
III. Largo
IV. Allegro non troppo
Martinů: Symphony No. 2, H. 295
I. Allegro moderato
II. Andante moderato
III. Poco allegro
IV. Allegro
Martinů: Symphony No. 3, H. 299
I. Allegro poco moderato
II. Largo
III. Allegro – Andante
Martinů: Symphony No. 4, H. 305
I. Poco moderato
II. Allegro vivo – Trio. Moderato
III. Largo
IV. Poco allegro
Martinů: Symphony No. 5, H. 310
I. Adagio – Allegro
II. Larghetto
III. Lento – Allegro
Martinů: Symphony No. 6 ‘Fantaises symphoniques’, H. 343
I. Lento – Andante moderato – Allegro – Lento
II. Poco allegro
III. Lento – Poco vivo – Adagio – Andante – Allegro – Moderato – Allegro vivace – Lento