Perpessas: Christus Sinfonie ∙ hr-Sinfonieorchester ∙ Constantinos Carydis

[@hariloas3]

I wish our mother was here to read these comments and experience this emotive rendition of 'Christus Symphony' by a world class orchestra, in the year 2022. It was her dream that the next generation of musicians and music lovers would rediscover and recognize her father's symphony, for the unique gem that it is. Is it a masterpiece? That is for you, to decide. Bruno Walter said this about Grandpa and his output, "The work has deeply moved me, yeah, I can say I was overwhelmed. The musical idiom in which Perpessas expresses himself is very interesting and of convincing power." Charilaos Perpessas studied with Arnold Schoenberg. 'Christus Symphony' was performed four times in Carnegie Hall by Dimitri Mitropoulos and The NY Philharmonic in 1950 and again in '56 when Eugene Ormandy and The Phila Symphony Orchestra lent "The Philadelphia Sound" for two shows. Charilaos experienced much trauma during his first 40 years of life. He was not a people person later in life and perhaps prone to fits of egomania. In his defense, he lived through two world wars, never saw his parents again after leaving Germany in '37, lost an arm and the ability to play piano after being shot by British Soldiers in Athens in 1944, and then, six years later, he is being called to the stage in Carnegie Hall by Mitropoulos for a standing ovation after his full-length symphony premieres in New York City. Two more shows were added to satisfy audience demand. Your head could swell like a balloon, too. Following his fall from grace, legend has it that Spyros Skouras, president of 20th Century Fox from '42-'62, tried unsuccessfully to coax our grandfather from reclusion with offers to write original music for cinema. Charilaos declined, claiming movie scores were "beneath him". Fits of egomania. As it was, Charilaos never worked in music again and his symphonies slipped into obscurity, until now. Perhaps, one day, 'Christus Symphony' will find its way, back to Carnegie Hall. We are so sincerely grateful to Constantinos Carydis and Frankfurt Radio Symphony, as well as Athina Rosenbaum (Charilaos' niece), Yannis Samprovalakis and everyone at Hellenic Music Center, for your great efforts to keep our Grandfather's music alive. Without you, it could have been lost forever. Thank you. Charilaos Perpessas' Grandchildren, ~phillip & josephine~

[@leonardobautista1619]

Did he ever write an opera? He was as good an orchestrator and musical dramatist as Schreker or Strauss.

[@IoannisZorpidis]

Our best regards from Siatista, dear Phillip, dear Josephine, dear Glenn! Hope to see you again soon!

[@hariloas3]

@@leonardobautista1619 Hello Leonardo. Thank you. That is amazing. What good company to be in! Unfortunately Charilaos' output was not what we'd describe as prolific. This is the only music of his that I've actually heard. I know more exists but have not found a recording, yet. I agree with your take. His music evokes landscapes and emotions. There are sections that conjure the burnt out madness of war and then we are twirling through verdant Alpine valleys. After that we are driving slowly down 5th avenue in a brand new Cadillac. I can easily visualize his music utilized in cinema.

[@hariloas3]

@@IoannisZorpidis Hello Yannis! Of course you will see us again soon. We have much to discuss. This symphony is tremendous. It should be performed by orchestras all over the world. How can we make this a reality? I hope you are very well, Yannis. Next time we come to Greece, I will make sure to let you know. Maybe we can return to Siatista! Yasu, Yannis!

[@mariaadacker6956]

Ja, ein Feuerwerk,von Komposition und Klang der Musik, der Instrumente, der Menschen,.....und des Dirigenten. Th Dankeschön für alles.liebe...Dankeschön Bruder

[@freddystoof7698]

Vielen Dank für diese Rarität ! Die aufnahme unter Mitropoulos ist leider von der Tontechnik her nicht optimal um so ein Opulentes Werk geniessen zu können, deshalb doppelten Dank an das HR Sinfonieorchester und an dessen Dirigenten !

[@MrRbjunior83]

What amazing music and orchestration! And unique orchestra!!!

[@chrissergeant7798]

Another work by another composer, I am not familiar with. I am humbly grateful to hr-Sinfonieorchester and their KZbin channel.

[@jean-claudecalise7470]

L adagio final est merveilleux: il réconcilie l Humanité avec elle-même. Merci.

[@notaire2]

Es ist meine erste Gelegenheit, diese einzigartig konstruierte Sinfonie anzuhören. Erstaunlich fein komponiert und wunderschön aufgeführt mit dynamischen doch perfekt kontrollierten Tönen aller Instrumente. Der intelligente und geniale Dirigent leitet das ausgezeichnete Orchester im veränderlichen Tempo und mit künstlerisch kontrollierter Dynamik. Dieses Meisterwerk soll viel häufiger aufgeführt und viel höher geschätzt werden!

[@hariloas3]

Danke!

[@ultradmann2367]

This is seriously a piece of music that deserves ALOT more attention than it's currently getting. Hopefully this recording catches on because it's an extremely ear pleasing work and interesting throughout! And the playing and conducting is out of this world! Bravo!

[@hariloas3]

You have great taste! I also hope this recording catches on. We've been waiting a long time for a new rendition and to have it in high def with crystal clear sound is a dream come true. I am so grateful for Constantinos Carydis and Frankfurt Radio Symphony. These musicians are amazing. Pure joy and emotion radiating from them. Thank you!

[@1lavrentiberia]

How fantastic to discover this composer! such a wonderful performance too, what great music! bravo!

[@wolframpietsch6747]

Sehr überwältigend und den Bildern nachempfindend. Melodisch und ergreifend

[@Keremmmmm]

Umarım biz de çalarız bir gün😍 eseri çok sevdim ❤️😍 orkestra yine muhteşem ❤️😍💪👍👏👏👏👏

[@warrenabeshouse1230]

This just popped up after watching a previous Frankfurt RSO video. What a lovely work this is from a composer I've never heard of before.

[@hariloas3]

He was my Grandpa!

[@DavidPerez-wd6tx]

Felicitaciones a la gran orquesta y el director, exelente sonido de esta hermosa obra.❤

[@m.w.wondracek1809]

Gostei imensamente!

[@tiagoamancio397]

Belo e sublime

[@hansjuergenkohlhaas871]

Marvellous

[@Keremmmmm]

As a violinist, I was very curious about the violin party.😅😍❤️👍💪👏👏👏🕺

[@jorgepineda3085]

From Wikipedia. Harilaos Perpessas (Greek: Χαρίλαος Περπέσσας) (10 May 1907 - 19 October 1995)[1] was a Greek composer of the Postmodern Era.

[@tomasgskk]

Interesante obra y buena grbacion

[@rafaelernestorosabal8734]

My mother loved it at her 91 years! I'll have to find out who the composer is !!

[@blug7915]

His name is Harilaos Perpessas, usually it's included in the title of the video. Have a nice day!

[@hariloas3]

Tell your mother that the composer's 44 year old grandson wholeheartedly agrees with her. I trust her intuitiveness.

[@debbyoh4220]

I've never heard this music before~

[@ThePRAISEMOVES]

This orchestra...!

[@areyounatz]

Whole orchestra in sync with the upbeat at 00:40.

[@tapasbasak6113]

Love you

[@MrPGOLIVEIRA]

Só ouço barulhos ruídos e sons, mas música mesmo não cheguei até o fim

[@mariaadacker6956]

Ja,