Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical orchestral music with the London Symphony Orchestra's stunning album, "Stravinsky: The Firebird - Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 3 & The Miraculous Mandarin." Released on October 14, 2016, this album is a testament to the orchestra's virtuosity and the timeless appeal of these masterful compositions.
The album opens with Béla Bartók's "The Miraculous Mandarin," a dramatic and intense ballet pantomime that showcases the orchestra's ability to convey a rich narrative through music. Following this, the London Symphony Orchestra delivers a powerful performance of Bartók's "Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major," a work that combines technical brilliance with deep emotional resonance.
The second half of the album is dedicated to Igor Stravinsky's iconic ballet "The Firebird." This suite, a cornerstone of the classical repertoire, is brought to life with vivid detail and precision by the London Symphony Orchestra. The album concludes with a moving rendition of Stravinsky's "Romeo & Juliet, Suite No. 2 for Orchestra, Op. 64ter: No 1. Montagues and Capulets," a piece that highlights the orchestra's ability to evoke the grandeur and tragedy of Shakespeare's timeless tale.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of these seminal works, recorded with the exceptional clarity and depth that LSO Live is known for. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a must-listen, showcasing the London Symphony Orchestra at the height of their powers.
Tracks
The Miraculous Mandarin, Sz. 73: I. Introduction - Curtain Rises - First Decoy GameBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Miraculous Mandarin, Sz. 73: II. Second Decoy Game - Third Decoy GameBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Miraculous Mandarin, Sz. 73: III. The Girl Slowly Begins to Dance for the Mandarin - The ChaseBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major, Sz. 119: I. AllegrettoBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev, Yefim Bronfman
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major, Sz. 119: II. Adagio religiosoBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev, Yefim Bronfman
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major, Sz. 119: III. Allegro vivaceBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev, Yefim Bronfman
The Firebird, KC 10: I. Introduction - Premier tableau - Le jardin enchanté de KachtcheïIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: II. Apparition de l'oiseau de feu - Danse de l'oiseau de feu - Capture de l'oiseau de feuIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: III. Supplications de l'oiseau de feu - Apparition des treize princesses enchantéesIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: IV. Jeu des princesses avec les pommes d'or - Brusque apparition d'Ivan TsarévitchIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: V. Corovod (Ronde) des princesses - Lever du jour - Ivan Tsarévitch pénètre dans le palais de KachtcheïIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: VI. Carillon féérique - Danse de la suite de Kachtcheï enchantée par l'oiseau de feuIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: VII. Danse infernale de tous les sujets de KachtcheïIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: VIII. Berceuse (L'oiseau de feu)Igor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: IX. Second tableau - Disparition du palais et des sortilèges de Kachtcheï, animation des chevaliers pétrifiésIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Romeo & Juliet, Suite No. 2 for Orchestra, Op. 64ter: No 1. Montagues and CapuletsSergei Prokofiev, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
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