Joe Hisaishi - Symphony No.3 (Metaphysica) & Harp Concerto [CD]

Internationally acclaimed Japanese composer and conductor Joe Hisaishi leads the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with celebrated harpist Emmanuel Ceysson, in a major world premiere recording. This release pairs Hisaishi's 'Symphony No. 3 'Metaphysica'' with his new 'Harp Concerto' – a virtuosic, genre-defying work written specifically for Ceysson. Key Features:

• Features Joe Hisaishi conducting the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
• Includes the world premiere recording of 'Harp Concerto' performed by Emmanuel Ceysson.
• Presents Joe Hisaishi's 'Symphony No. 3 'Metaphysica'', commissioned for the 50th anniversary of the New Japan Philharmonic.
• The 'Harp Concerto' is a bold, dynamic work challenging traditional perceptions of the harp.
• 'Symphony No. 3, 'Metaphysica'' explores 'sonic movement' across three parts: 'Existence', 'Where are We Going?', and 'Substance'.

About the Works:

Drawing on his extensive experience in film music, Joe Hisaishi crafts a concerto that reveals a bold, dynamic voice for the harp, aligning closely with Emmanuel Ceysson's distinctive playing style. The three-movement concerto shifts between urgent rhythmic drive, haunting introspection, and electrifying momentum. 'Symphony No. 3, 'Metaphysica'', premiered in 2021, is conceived as an exploration of 'sonic movement', built on tightly controlled rhythmic and tonal frameworks that evolve into vividly expressive musical landscapes.

This CD offers a significant addition to the classical repertoire, showcasing the innovative compositions of Joe Hisaishi and the virtuosic performance of Emmanuel Ceysson.