Immerse yourself in the rich, evocative soundscapes of Modest Mussorgsky's orchestral masterpieces with this captivating album. Released on November 6, 2020, under the JPK Musik label, this collection showcases Mussorgsky's distinctive compositional style, brilliantly orchestrated by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov and Maurice Ravel.
The album opens with the serene and majestic "Khovanshchina: Prelude. Dawn over the Moskva River," setting the stage for a journey through Mussorgsky's vivid musical imagery. The centerpiece of the album is the iconic "Pictures at an Exhibition," orchestrated by Ravel. This suite of ten movements, each depicting a different scene or character, offers a vivid sonic journey through a virtual art exhibition. From the whimsical "Gnomus" to the haunting "Catacombæ" and the triumphant "The Great Gate of Kiev," each piece is a testament to Mussorgsky's unique ability to translate visual art into music.
With a total runtime of 42 minutes, this album is a concise yet powerful exploration of Mussorgsky's orchestral works. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling introduction to the world of Modest Mussorgsky.
Tracks
Khovanshchina (Orch. N. Rimsky-Korsakov): Prelude. Dawn over the Moskva RiverModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): Promenade IModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): I. GnomusModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): Promenade IIModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): II. Il vecchio castelloModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): Promenade IIIModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): III. Tuileries [Dispute d'enfants après jeux]Modest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): IV. BydłoModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): Promenade IVModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): V. Ballet of Unhatched Chicks in Their ShellsModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): VI. Samuel Goldenberg and SchmuÿleModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): VII. Limoges, le marché [La grande nouvelle]Modest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): VIIIa. Catacombæ [Sepulcrum romanum]Modest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): VIIIb. Con mortuis in lingua mortuaModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): IX. The Hut on Fowl's Legs [Baba-Yagá]Modest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. M. Ravel): X. The Great Gate of KievModest Mussorgsky, Cologne New Philharmonic Orchestra, Volker Hartung
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