William Steinberg - Mikhail Glinka: Kamarinskaya - Alexander Borodin: Prince Igor Dances - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: Golden Cockerel Suite - Sergei Prokofiev: The Love for Three Oranges & Symphony No. 1 in D, Op. 25, 'Classical' - Modest Mussorgsky: A Night on Bare Mountain (LP)

William Steinberg and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra present a captivating journey through the works of four prominent Russian composers. This album, released on Soundmark Records in 2014, offers a rich tapestry of classical music that spans a variety of styles and moods.

The collection begins with Mikhail Glinka's lively "Kamarinskaya," a vibrant showcase of Russian folk dance rhythms. It continues with Alexander Borodin's exotic and rhythmic "Prince Igor Dances," featuring the energetic "Dance No. 8" and the dramatic "Dance No. 17."

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "The Golden Cockerel Suite" is a highlight, with its rich orchestration and dramatic storytelling, taking the audience through the rise and fall of King Dodon. Sergei Prokofiev's "The Love for Three Oranges Suite" adds a touch of whimsy and humor, with pieces like "Les ridicules" and the dramatic "Scène Infernale."

The album concludes with Modest Mussorgsky's "A Night on Bare Mountain," a dramatic and atmospheric piece, and Sergei Prokofiev's "Symphony No. 1 in D, Op. 25, 'Classical'," a neoclassical work that blends classical forms with modern sensibilities. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring power and diversity of Russian classical music.