Immerse yourself in the rich, evocative soundscapes of Modest Mussorgsky's "Mussorgskys Bilder einer Ausstellung," a captivating orchestral journey released on Sony Classical in 2012. This album is a masterful interpretation of Mussorgsky's original piano suite, "Pictures at an Exhibition," brought to life by a full orchestra. The composition is a vivid musical depiction of an art exhibition, with each track painting a unique scene, from the whimsical "Gnomus" to the majestic "La grande porte de Kiev."
The album also features exquisite excerpts from Mussorgsky's opera "Khovanshchina," including the dramatic "Prelude" and the enchanting "Persian Dances." These selections showcase Mussorgsky's ability to blend intense emotional depth with intricate musical storytelling. With a total runtime of 48 minutes, this album is a concise yet profound exploration of Mussorgsky's genius, offering a blend of orchestral brilliance and classical elegance. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a memorable and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Allegro giusto, nel modo russico; senza allegrezza, ma poco sostenutoModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: I. Gnomus. VivoModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Moderato comodo e con delicatezzaModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: II. Il vecchio castello. Andante molto cantabile e con doloreModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Moderato non tanto, pesamenteModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: III. Tuileries. Allegretto non troppo, capricciosoModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: IV. Bydlo. Sempre moderato, pesanteModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. TranquilloModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: V. Ballet des petits poussins dans leurs coques. Scherzino: Vivo leggieroModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: VI. Samuel Goldenburg and Schmuyle. AndanteModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: VII. Limoges: le marché. Allegretto vivo, sempre scherzandoModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: VIII. Catacombae: Sepulchrum Romanum. LargoModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum mortuis in lingua morta. Andante non troppo, con lamentoModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: IX. La cabane de Baba-Yaga sur des pattes de poule. Allegro con brio, feroce - Andante mosso - Allegro moltoModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Pictures at an Exhibition: X. La grande porte de Kiev. Allegro alla breve. Maestoso. Con grandezzaModest Mussorgsky, Carlo Maria Giulini, Berliner Philharmoniker
Excerpts from the Opera "Khovanshchina": PreludeModest Mussorgsky, Samuel Friedmann
Excerpts from the Opera "Khovanshchina": Persian DancesModest Mussorgsky, Samuel Friedmann
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