Immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of Russia with Mikhail Glinka's "Glinka: Une vie pour le tsar, extraits," a captivating collection of excerpts from his renowned opera "A Life for the Tsar." Released in 1954 under the BNF Collection label, this mono version of the Soviet adaptation "Ivan Susanin" offers a unique glimpse into the historical and cultural tapestry of 19th-century Russia.
Comprising 11 tracks spanning 50 minutes, this album features the powerful vocals of Maxim Mikhailov and other notable artists, accompanied by the orchestral grandeur that Glinka is celebrated for. The opera, inspired by a fairy tale by Alexander Pushkin, unfolds in medieval times and is a dramatic tale of patriotism and sacrifice. The overture, arias, and choruses are masterfully performed, showcasing Glinka's innovative use of Russian folk melodies and his ability to blend them with Western operatic traditions.
From the stirring "Overture" to the triumphant "Slavsya, slavsya ty, Rus moya!" (Glory, glory to you, my Russia!) in the epilogue, each track is a testament to Glinka's genius and his enduring influence on Russian music. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence that will transport you to another time and place.
Tracks
A Life for the Tsar: OvertureMikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev
A Life for the Tsar, Act I: Cavatina. "Akh, ty pole, pole ty moe!" (Antonida)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Natalya Shpiller
A Life for the Tsar, Act I: Rondo. "Solntse tuchi ne zakroyut, luch proglyanet zolotoy!" (Antonida)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Natalya Shpiller
A Life for the Tsar, Act III: Orphan Song. "Kak mat ubili u malogo ptentsa" (Vanya, Susanin)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Elena Antonova, Maxim Mikhailov
A Life for the Tsar, Act III: Recitative. "Moy rodimyy, chto za vesti?" - Duet. "Ty, synok moy, v boy poydesh tolko malost podrastesh" (Vanya, Susanin)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Elena Antonova, Maxim Mikhailov
A Life for the Tsar, Act IV: "Ustali my, prodrogli my, net sil idti!" (Choir, Susanin)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Bolshoi Theatre Chorus, Maxim Mikhailov
A Life for the Tsar, Act IV: Recitative. "Chuyut pravdu!" - Aria. "Ty vzoydesh moya zarya!" (Susanin)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Maxim Mikhailov
A Life for the Tsar, Act IV: Recitative. "Davno li s semyu svoey" (Susanin)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Maxim Mikhailov
A Life for the Tsar, Act IV: "A tebe, nash Bogdanushka, poruchayu ya dochenku" - "Gde ptenchik bednyy, moy Vanya, moy synok?" (Susanin)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Maxim Mikhailov
A Life for the Tsar, Act IV: "Vse vyuga da vyuga..." (Choir, Susanin)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Bolshoi Theatre Chorus, Maxim Mikhailov
A Life for the Tsar, Epilogue: "Slavsya, slavsya ty, Rus moya!" (Choir)Mikhail Glinka, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra, Alexander Melik-Pashayev, Bolshoi Theatre Chorus
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