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Thomas Adès's album "The Exterminating Angel Symphony & Violin Concerto" was released on November 14, 2025, through the Pentatone label. The recording features the Minnesota Orchestra under the direction of Music Director Thomas Søndergård and marks the orchestra's debut on the Pentatone label.
Key Album Components
The Exterminating Angel Symphony (World Premiere Recording): A four-movement symphonic suite distilled from Adès's 2016 opera of the same name. The movements are:
I. Entrances
II. March
III. Berceuse
IV. Waltzes
Violin Concerto ("Concentric Paths"): A three-movement work performed by soloist Leila Josefowicz, who has long been a champion of the piece since its 2005 premiere.
Production Details
Recording: The works were recorded live in September 2024 at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis during the Minnesota Orchestra's 2024–2025 season opening concerts.
Critical Reception: The album received high praise for its "magnificent" recorded sound and was named "Album of the Week" by several classical outlets.
Specifications:
Label: Pentatone (Cat No: PTC5187487)
Total Length: Approximately 39 minutes
Availability: Available on CD, digital streaming (Spotify, Apple Music), and high-resolution audio formats.