Musical Compositions by Yannick Nézet-Séguin: Symphonic Arrangements
In the world of classical music, Yannick Nézet-Séguin continues to make waves with his latest release, Still & Bonds - Symphonies & Variations. This album, performed by The Philadelphia Orchestra, was released on August 29, 2025, by Deutsche Grammophon.
Still & Bonds is the third release in a series dedicated to works by African-American composers, following in the footsteps of William Dawson's "Negro Folk Symphony" and previous works. The album features compositions by Florence Price and William Grant Still, including Still's "Symphony No. 4", specifically the four-movement "Slow and reverently".
The album also includes Margaret Bonds' "Montgomery Variations", adding a rich tapestry of sounds to this significant collection.
Unlike some of Deutsche Grammophon's releases, Still & Bonds is only available in digital format. This is also the case for the opera "Grounded" by Jeanine Tesori, another recent release by Deutsche Grammophon. Both "Grounded" and "Still & Bonds" lack a physical medium and documentation, making them purely digital experiences.
The opera "Grounded" has been met with praise for its coherence and excellent quality. The cinema screening of "Grounded" has been expressly lauded, further elevating the opera's profile.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin, one of the five megastars of conducting today, is at the helm of both projects. His work on Still & Bonds continues his exploration of the foundation of 20th-century American music, as per the school of thought presented in the article titled "Classical Music and Well-Tempered Opportunism".
John Jeter's recordings of Price's symphonies are compared with the sonic documentation of Still & Bonds, offering a fascinating insight into the evolution of these powerful compositions. However, unlike Jeter's recordings, Still & Bonds does not come with an explanatory booklet. Similarly, the digital release of "Grounded" also lacks an explanatory booklet.
The release of Still & Bonds: Symphonies & Variations is not the only project by Deutsche Grammophon and Yannick Nézet-Séguin. With his unique vision and passion for music, it seems certain that there will be many more exciting collaborations to come.
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