Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky with this comprehensive collection of his complete symphonies. Released on January 11, 2019, under the Pentatone label, this album spans an impressive six hours and forty-nine minutes, offering a deep dive into the masterful compositions of one of classical music's most celebrated composers.
The album features all six of Tchaikovsky's symphonies, each a testament to his unique ability to blend emotional depth with technical brilliance. From the haunting melodies of the "Winter Daydreams" Symphony No. 1 to the dramatic intensity of the "Pathétique" Symphony No. 6, this collection showcases the evolution of Tchaikovsky's symphonic style. Additionally, the album includes other notable works such as the "Romeo & Juliet" Fantasy Overture, the "Francesca da Rimini" fantasy for orchestra, and the "Manfred" Symphony, providing a well-rounded exploration of Tchaikovsky's orchestral genius.
Each symphony is meticulously crafted, with distinct movements that range from lively and energetic to somber and reflective. The album's duration allows for a thorough appreciation of Tchaikovsky's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Tchaikovsky's work, this collection offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the full scope of his symphonic output.
Tracks
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": I. Allegro tranquillo "Daydreams on a Winter Journey"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": II. Adagio cantabile ma non tanto "Land of Gloom, Land of Mist"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": III. Scherzo. Allegro scherzando giocosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": IV. Finale. Andante lugubre - Allegro moderato - Allegro maestosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": II. Andantino marziale quasi moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": IV. Finale. Moderato assai - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro comodo (Original First Movement)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": I. Introduzione e Allegro. Moderato assai. Tempo di Marcia funebre - Allegro brillantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": II. Alla tedesca. Allegro moderato e semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": III. Andante. Andante elegiacoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": IV. Scherzo. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": V. Finale. Allegro con fuoco. Tempo di PolaccaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Francesca da Rimini, Op. 32 Fantasy for Orchestra after DantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: I. Andante sostenuto - Moderato con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: II. Andantino in modo di canzonaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: III. Scherzo. Pizzicato ostinato. AllegroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: IV. Finale. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture, TH 42 (1880 Version)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Italian Capriccio, Op. 45, TH 47Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: I. Lento luguburePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: II. Vivace con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: III. Pastorale. Andante con motoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: IV. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: I. Andante - Allegro con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: II. Andante cantabile con alcuna licenzaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: III. Valse. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: IV. Finale. Andante maestoso - Allegro vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": I. Adagio - Allegro non troppoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": II. Allegro con graziaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": III. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": IV. Adagio lamentosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
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