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Emil Tabakov

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One of TOCCATAs popular series, featuring a collection of lesser-known works, is the complete symphony collection by Bulgarian composer and conductor Emil Tabakov. This seventh volume includes his Symphony No. 9 from 2015 and his Concerto for 15 String Instruments from 1979.Symphony No. 9 was written as a work of pure music that explores the limits of the orchestras expressive capabilities. Although it is not programmic, as is often the case in his works, the turbulent orchestra evokes a society in turmoil, while the melodies of the solo instruments sound like a voice celebrating human dignity. The opening movement features a majestic Adagio, followed by the dynamic second movement, a Scherzo. After a serene Largo, the final movementwhich begins with a leisurely themetransforms into a fierce and turbulent Allegro moderato. The result is a magnificent work that faithfully upholds classical form.