Immerse yourself in the rich, dramatic world of Russian opera with "Glinka: Ivan Soussanine" by L'Orchestre National du Bolchoï. This captivating album, released on November 12, 2008, under the Via Classic label, offers a comprehensive journey through Mikhail Glinka's seminal work, a cornerstone of Russian national opera.
Spanning a substantial 2 hours and 37 minutes, the album features the complete four-act opera, along with its epilogue, performed by the renowned L'Orchestre National du Bolchoï. The tracklist includes a variety of musical highlights, from the stirring "Ouverture" to the poignant "Mort de Soussanine" and the triumphant "Final (Choeur)" in the epilogue. Each track showcases Glinka's masterful composition, blending Russian folk melodies with classical opera traditions.
The opera tells the story of Ivan Soussanine, a heroic figure in Russian history, set against the backdrop of the Polish invasion of Russia in the 17th century. The album is a testament to the Bolchoï's exceptional musicianship, bringing to life the complex characters and dramatic narrative of Glinka's opera. Whether you're an opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling introduction to the world of Russian opera, showcasing the depth and richness of Glinka's musical legacy.
Tracks
Ivan Soussanine: OuvertureL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte I: Choeur des paysansL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte I: Cavatine et rondo d'AntonidaL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte I: Air de Soussanine et choeurL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte I: Scène, trio et choeur: Sobonine, Soussasine, AntonidaL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte II: Polonaise et choeur des polonaisL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte II: CracovienneL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte II: DansesL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte II: MazurkaL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte II: Finale: le commandant polonais, messager, choeurL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Entr'acteL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Duo: Vania, SoussasineL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Choeur des paysansL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Quatuor: Soussanine, Sobinine, Vania, AntonidaL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Scène: Soussasine, Vania, Antonida, choeurL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Choeur de jeunes fillesL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Romance d'AntonidaL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte III: Finale: Sobinine, Antonida, choeurL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: Entr'acteL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: Choeurs des paysansL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: Air de VaniaL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: InterludeL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: Choeur des polonaisL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: Air de SoussanineL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: Récitatif: Soussanine et choeurL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Acte IV: Mort de SoussanineL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Epilogue: Entr'acteL'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
Ivan Soussanine: Epilogue: Final (Choeur)L'Orchestre National du Bolchoï, A. Barannikov, Yevgeny Nesterenko, Bela Roudenko
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