{"product_id":"arvo-part-silentium-clear-color-vinyl-record","title":"Arvo Pärt - Silentium  - Clear Color Vinyl Record","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDiscover four captivating pieces by Arvo Pärt, the Estonian composer recognized as a pioneer of “holy minimalism.” This enchanting album features a unique rendition of “Silentium,” the second movement from Pärt’s beloved concerto, Tabula Rasa. Performed by the Boston-based chamber orchestra A Far Cry, this version of “Silentium” is played at nearly half the tempo of the well-known recording released by ECM in 1984. The piece holds a special place in palliative care, with its soothing qualities often described as “angel music” by one patient. At this slower pace, it feels as if time itself stands still, creating a truly breathtaking experience. The album showcases some of the most beautiful interpretations of Pärt’s music ever captured. The piece “Vater Unser (Arr. for trombone \u0026amp; string ensemble)” gracefully balances warmth and austerity, creating a miniature epic. Pianist Marcel Worm’s solo rendition of “Variationen zur Gesundung von Arinuschka” touches the heart in a way that feels incredibly profound. Additionally, “Fratres for Strings and Percussion” is among Pärt’s most revered works, and the Hungarian State Opera Orchestra’s performance is nothing short of iconic, delivering heartfelt playing that flirts with romanticism without ever crossing the line.Pärt’s philosophy, both in music and life, mirrors the simplicity of his compositions. He once expressed, “I have nothing to say… Music speaks what I need to convey. It can be risky to share anything in words; if I’ve already expressed it that way, there might be nothing left for my music.” \" Silentium \" is a beautiful continuation of Mississippi Records’ admiration for this remarkable contemporary composer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Vater Unser (Arr. for trombone \u0026amp; string ensemble)\u003cbr\u003e2. Variationen zur Gesundung von Arinuschka \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Fratres for Strings and Percussion \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide B \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Silentium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46381726335214,"sku":"850024931749","price":22.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/0928\/files\/arvo-part-silentium-clear-color-vinyl-recordindie-vinyl-den-3976426.jpg?v=1760943068","url":"https:\/\/www.indievinylden.com\/products\/arvo-part-silentium-clear-color-vinyl-record","provider":"Indie Vinyl Den ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}