The Ligeti Project III (2002)

"A crucial disc for Ligetians old and new; an ideal overview of the composers work and an introduction to his music. The Cello Concerto (1966) juxtaposes the primary Ligetian musical types of this period frozen, imperceptibly changing planes of sound, and surreal gestures which collide in manic and unpredictable ways. Good that Palm was able to record a work he himself premièred. As the title implies, Clocks and Clouds (1973) superimposes rigour and freedom with a nod towards Minimalist thinking of the period to create the archetypal Ligeti composition. In just a decade, the Violin Concerto (1992) has established itself as a modern classic, combining Ligetis love of polyrhythmic interplay and varied tunings with a heady recall of his Bartókian heritage. Károlyi guides us entertainingly and movingly through Sippal, dobbal, nádihegedüvel (2000). With personable notes from the composer, and interesting photos, this is the Ligeti disc that should be in everyones collection." (Gramophone)