#31 - Remembering Finnish Composer Einojuhani Rautavaara

The 31st episode of Dress Rehearsal features Finnish composer Einojuhani Rautavaara, probably the most notable Finnish composer since Jean Sibelius, Rautavaara wrote a great number of works spanning various styles. These include eight symphonies, nine operas and twelve concertos, as well as numerous vocal and chamber works. Having written early works using 12-tone serial techniques, his later music may be described as neo-romantic and mystical. During the hour will listen to several of his works including his Cantus Arcticus composed in 1972 and subtitled Concerto for Birds and Orchestra, as it incorporates tape recordings of birdsong recorded near the Arctic Circle. Don't miss it!