Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with the St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra's "Royal Palace Music Festival." Released on January 1, 1995, under the Figaro Music & Media Group label, this captivating chamber music album spans a diverse repertoire, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase the orchestra's virtuosity and versatility.
The album opens with the stirring overture "Jungfrun av Orléans" by A. Söderman, setting the stage for a journey through the masterpieces of renowned composers. Joseph Haydn's "Die Schöpfung" (The Creation) follows, featuring the ethereal soprano aria "Auf starkem Fittige." Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's iconic "Die Zauberflöte" (The Magic Flute) is represented by the poignant aria "Ach ich fühl's, es ist entschwunden," sung by Pamina.
Sergei Prokofiev's Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, "Classical," takes center stage with its four distinct movements, each showcasing the orchestra's precision and artistry. The album also includes Franz Schubert's "Der Hirt auf dem Felsen" (The Shepherd on the Rock), a lyrical masterpiece that highlights the orchestra's expressive depth.
Swedish composers are well-represented with Franz Berwald's "Modehandlerskan" (The Dressmaker) overture and Hugo Alfvén's enchanting pieces "Skogen sover" (The Forest Sleeps) and "Vallflickans dans" (Herdmaiden's Dance) from the "Bergakungen" (The Mountain King) Suite. The album concludes with Franz Léhar's romantic "Vilja-Lied" from "Die lustige Witwe" (The Merry Widow) and Richard Strauss's evocative "Morgen!" (Tomorrow!) from "Vier Lieder, Op. 27."
With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, "Royal Palace Music Festival" is a testament to the St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra's exceptional skill and musical prowess. This album is a treasure trove of classical gems, perfect for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.
Tracks
A. Söderman: Jungfrun av Orléans (The Maid of Orléans): OvertureA. Söderman, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
J. Haydn: Die Schöpfung (The Creation), Hob. XXI: 2: Aria: Auf starkem Fittige (Soprano)Joseph Haydn, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
W. A. Mozart: Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute), K. 620, Act II: Ach ich fühl's, es ist entschwunden (Pamina)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
S. Prokofjev: Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, "Classical" : I. AllegroSergei Prokofiev, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
S. Prokofjev: Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, "Classical" : II. LarghettoSergei Prokofiev, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
S. Prokofjev: Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, "Classical" : III. Gavotta: Non Troppo AllegroSergei Prokofiev, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
S. Prokofjev: Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, "Classical" : IV. Final: Molto VivaceSergei Prokofiev, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
F. Schubert: Der Hirt auf dem Felsen (The Shepherd on the Rock), Op. 129, D. 965Franz Schubert, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
F. Berwald: Modehandlerskan (The Dressmaker): OuvertureF. Berwald, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
H. Alfvén: 7 Dikter, Op. 28: VI. Skogen sover (The Forest Sleeps)H. Alfven, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
H. Alfvén: Bergakungen (The Mountain King) Suite, Op. 37: Vallflickans dans (Herdmaiden's Dance)H. Alfven, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
F. Léhar: Die lustige Witwe (The Marry Widow): Act II: Vilja-LiedFranz Lehár, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
R. Strauss: Vier Lieder, Op. 27: IV. Morgen! (Tomorrow!)Richard Strauss, Barbara Bonney, St. Petersburg Hermitage Orchestra, Mats Liljefors
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