Béla Bartók, Arnold Schoenberg - Untitled

Review by Percy Avendaño G.

The collaborative album "Untitled" by Béla Bartók and Arnold Schoenberg is a masterpiece that showcases the creative genius of these two 20th century composers. The album features a collection of works that blend together the unique styles and techniques of both composers, resulting in a truly unique and captivating listening experience.

The album opens with Bartók's "String Quartet No. 4," a complex and dynamic piece that showcases the composer's innovative use of folk melodies and harmonies. The quartet is followed by Schoenberg's "Suite for Piano," a haunting and introspective work that showcases the composer's mastery of atonal composition.

The album continues with Bartók's "Music for Strings, Percussion and Celesta," a stunning piece that combines elements of folk music with modernist techniques. The album concludes with Schoenberg's "Pierrot Lunaire," a groundbreaking work that uses sprechstimme (a vocal technique that blends speaking and singing) to create a haunting and surreal atmosphere.

Summary by Percy Avendaño G.

"Untitled" is a must-listen for fans of modernist classical music. The album showcases the unique talents of two of the most influential composers of the 20th century and is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who listens to it.