Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with "The Essential Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra," a captivating compilation released on July 5, 2025, by Naxos Special Projects. This album showcases the extraordinary talent of the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, one of Poland's most esteemed symphony orchestras, renowned for its versatility and cultural significance.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 23 minutes, this collection features 22 tracks that encompass a diverse range of genres, including orchestral masterpieces, symphonies, piano solos, and piano concertos. The album highlights the orchestra's prowess in performing works by esteemed composers such as Krzysztof Penderecki, Camille Saint-Saëns, and Bedřich Smetana, among others.
From the lively "IV. Spanish: Molto vivace (from Foreign Lands)" to the serene "II. Romance. Andante non troppo," each piece is a testament to the orchestra's technical brilliance and emotional depth. The album also includes notable works like "Symphony No. 3, Op. 36, 'Symphony of Sorrowful Songs': II. Lento e largo - Tranquillissimo" and "Vltava (My Country: Moldau)," offering a comprehensive journey through the orchestra's repertoire.
Based in Katowice, the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra is celebrated for its exceptional musicianship, with many members being professors at prestigious music academies and schools. Their dedication to excellence is evident in every note of this essential collection.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "The Essential Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra" promises an enriching and unforgettable listening experience.
Tracks
IV. Spanish: Molto vivace (from Foreign Lands)Moritz Moszkowski, Markus Pawlik, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
V. Joie du sang des etoilesOlivier Messiaen, Thomas Bloch, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
The BridesWojciech Kilar, Cracow Philharmonic Chorus, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
V. Finale. PrestoAntonín Dvořák, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Piosenka (Song)Witold Lutosławski, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
V. Lustig im Tempo und keck im AusdruckGustav Mahler, Ewa Podles, Cracow Boys' Choir, Cracow Philharmonic Chorus, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
III. Allegro vivaceFrank Ezra Levy, Scott Ballantyne, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, George Marriner Maull
No. 3, Tempo de Vals lento (Arr. P. Breiner for guitar and orchestra)Enrique Granados, Norbert Kraft, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
II. Romance. Andante non troppoHenryk Wieniawski, Marat Bisengaliev, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
III. Waltz. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
O sole mio (Arr. P. Breiner)Eduardo di Capua, Takako Nishizaki, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Symphony No. 3, Op. 36, "Symphony of Sorrowful Songs": II. Lento e largo - TranquillissimoHenryk Górecki, Zofia Kilanowicz, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Maria Kliegel, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Passacaglia - Allegro moderatoKrzysztof Penderecki, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. Andantino: Andante assaiSergei Prokofiev, Tedi Papavrami, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Introduction et rondo capriccioso in A Minor, Op. 28Camille Saint-Saëns, Dong-Suk Kang, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
II. Romanza. AndanteIgnacy Jan Paderewski, Janina Fialkowska, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
No. 2, Vltava (My Country: Moldau)Bedřich Smetana, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. PrologueWitold Lutosławski, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Bernd Glemser, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
IV. AdagiettoGustav Mahler, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
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