℗ 2024 Accentus Music
| Released | September 13, 2024 |
| Duration | 59m 19s |
| Record Label | Accentus Music |
| Catalogue No. | ACC30619 |
| Genre | Classical (Chamber) |
Dances | Zhi-Jong Wang & Ensemble Epoch
Zhi-Jong Wang, Ensemble Epoch
Available in 96 kHz / 24-bit AIFF, FLAC high resolution audio formats
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1.1
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Prelude
Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
6:45 | |||
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Romanian Folk Dances, BB 68, Sz. 56
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1.2
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I.
Béla Bartók; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
1:22 | |||
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1.3
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II.
Béla Bartók; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
0:37 | |||
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1.4
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III.
Béla Bartók; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
1:07 | |||
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1.5
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IV.
Béla Bartók; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
1:54 | |||
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1.6
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V.
Béla Bartók; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
0:31 | |||
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1.7
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VI.
Béla Bartók; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
0:57 | |||
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The Nutcracker, Op. 71
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1.8
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Les Mirlitons – Moderato assai
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
2:45 | |||
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1.9
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Var. I - Tempo di Tarantella
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
0:47 | |||
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1.10
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Var. II – Danse de la Fée-Dragée – Andante non troppo
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
2:32 | |||
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1.11
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Le Thé - Allegro moderato
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
1:16 | |||
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1.12
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Trépak - Molto vivace
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
1:20 | |||
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1.13
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Hungarian Dance No. 1
Johannes Brahms; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
3:35 | |||
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1.14
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Hungarian Dance No. 2
Johannes Brahms; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
3:17 | |||
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1.15
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Hungarian Dance No. 3
Johannes Brahms; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
2:49 | |||
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1.16
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Hungarian Dance No. 4
Johannes Brahms; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
5:02 | |||
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1.17
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Hungarian Dance No. 5
Johannes Brahms; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
2:42 | |||
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1.18
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Hungarian Dance No. 17
Johannes Brahms; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
3:59 | |||
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1.19
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Hungarian Dance No. 7
Johannes Brahms; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
2:16 | |||
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1.20
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Hungarian Dance No. 20
Johannes Brahms; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
3:02 | |||
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1.21
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Hungarian Dance No. 19
Johannes Brahms; Shen Ye; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
2:30 | |||
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1.22
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Hungarian Dance No. 6
Johannes Brahms; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
3:52 | |||
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1.23
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Ritual Fire Dance
Manuel de Falla; Dai Weiyi; Zhi-Jong Wang; Ensemble Epoch |
4:22 | |||
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Digital Booklet
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Experience the captivating artistry of Zhi-Jong Wang and her innovative chamber orchestra, Ensemble Epoch, with their latest album release, "Dances". Founded in 2021 by graduates of the prestigious Shanghai Conservatory of Music, Ensemble Epoch is redefining the boundaries of classical music performance. "Dances" brings together an eclectic mix of compositions and arrangements, showcasing the ensemble's remarkable versatility and unity.
From the ethereal beauty of Shen Ye's "Prelude" to the vibrant rhythms of Bartók's "Romanian Folk Dances," this album is a testament to the ensemble's dynamic range. The imaginative arrangements by contemporary composers Shen Ye and Dai Weiyi breathe new life into beloved classics such as Tchaikovsky’s "Nutcracker Suite" and Brahms’ "Hungarian Dances". The album culminates in a breathtaking rendition of Manuel de Falla's "Ritual Fire Dance," demonstrating the ensemble's exceptional skill and passion.
Zhi-Jong Wang's visionary leadership and violin artistry paired with the ensemble's cohesive performance style create a unique listening experience that transcends traditional classical music forms. Each track on "Dances" is a journey into a world of musical exploration, where the intimate connection between musicians and audience comes alive.
96 kHz / 24-bit PCM – Accentus Music Studio Masters
| Track title | Peak (dB FS) | RMS (dB FS) | LUFS (integrated) | DR | |
Album average Range of values | -4.64 -16.30 to -1.06 | -27.22 -35.00 to -23.38 | -23.50 -30.10 to -19.60 | 14 12 to 17 | |
| 1 | Prelude | -6.15 | -29.34 | -24.1 | 13 |
| 2 | I. | -5.50 | -26.06 | -22.8 | 14 |
| 3 | II. | -7.09 | -28.27 | -24.4 | 13 |
| 4 | III. | -16.30 | -35.00 | -30.1 | 12 |
| 5 | IV. | -7.84 | -28.19 | -24.2 | 12 |
| 6 | V. | -5.80 | -24.88 | -22.2 | 12 |
| 7 | VI. | -6.00 | -24.73 | -20.7 | 13 |
| 8 | Les Mirlitons – Moderato assai | -5.82 | -29.32 | -26.3 | 14 |
| 9 | Var. I - Tempo di Tarantella | -4.53 | -29.67 | -25.8 | 12 |
| 10 | Var. II – Danse de la Fée-Dragée – Andante non troppo | -7.18 | -32.21 | -28.5 | 15 |
| 11 | Le Thé - Allegro moderato | -2.08 | -27.88 | -24.6 | 17 |
| 12 | Trépak - Molto vivace | -3.63 | -23.38 | -19.6 | 12 |
| 13 | Hungarian Dance No. 1 | -1.42 | -26.68 | -23.8 | 14 |
| 14 | Hungarian Dance No. 2 | -2.58 | -24.55 | -21.4 | 14 |
| 15 | Hungarian Dance No. 3 | -2.53 | -27.20 | -23.8 | 16 |
| 16 | Hungarian Dance No. 4 | -3.96 | -25.70 | -22.4 | 14 |
| 17 | Hungarian Dance No. 5 | -1.66 | -25.09 | -21.3 | 14 |
| 18 | Hungarian Dance No. 17 | -2.29 | -25.60 | -21.5 | 15 |
| 19 | Hungarian Dance No. 7 | -2.95 | -28.62 | -24.3 | 17 |
| 20 | Hungarian Dance No. 20 | -3.86 | -26.76 | -23.4 | 15 |
| 21 | Hungarian Dance No. 19 | -4.79 | -24.70 | -20.5 | 13 |
| 22 | Hungarian Dance No. 6 | -1.79 | -25.93 | -22.3 | 16 |
| 23 | Ritual Fire Dance | -1.06 | -26.36 | -22.6 | 16 |