Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Russian choral music with Vissarion Shebalin's "The Complete A Cappella Choral Cycles." Released on October 2, 2012, by Toccata Classics, this album is a comprehensive collection of Shebalin's choral works, spanning a duration of 53 minutes. Shebalin, a prominent Soviet composer, showcases his mastery of the a cappella genre through a diverse array of pieces, each offering a unique blend of poetic lyricism and profound emotional depth.
The album features a variety of choral cycles, each inspired by the words of renowned poets such as M. Lermontov, A. Sofronov, M. Tank, M. Isakovsky, and Moldavian poets. From the stirring narratives of "5 a Cappella Choruses, Op. 42" to the intimate reflections of "To My Grandchildren, Op. 57," Shebalin's compositions are a testament to his ability to transform poetic verse into captivating musical expressions. The album concludes with a rendition of Glinka's "Oh, my Dawn!," adding a touch of classical elegance to the collection.
Shebalin's works are characterized by their intricate harmonies, rhythmic vitality, and expressive melodies, which are brought to life by the exquisite vocal performances on this album. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, "The Complete A Cappella Choral Cycles" offers a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
5 a Cappella Choruses, Op. 42: No. 1, Message to the DecembristsVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
5 a Cappella Choruses, Op. 42: No. 2, Song about Stenka RazinVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
5 a Cappella Choruses, Op. 42: No. 3, The Winter RoadVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
5 a Cappella Choruses, Op. 42: No. 4, Chattering MagpieVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
5 a Cappella Choruses, Op. 42: No. 5, EchoVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Lermontov, Op. 47: No. 1, The Warrior's GraveVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Lermontov, Op. 47: No. 2, The SailVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Lermontov, Op. 47: No. 3, The CliffVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 a Cappella Choruses to Verses of a. Sofronov, Op. 44: No. 1, ImmortelleVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 a Cappella Choruses to Verses of a. Sofronov, Op. 44: No. 2, The Wild GrapevineVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 a Cappella Choruses to Verses of a. Sofronov, Op. 44: No. 3, WormwoodVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
6 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Tank, Op. 45: No. 1, The Cossack urged on his steedVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
6 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Tank, Op. 45: No. 2, A Mother's oughts of her SonVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
6 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Tank, Op. 45: No. 3, The SkylarkVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
6 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Tank, Op. 45: No. 4, To a Birch TreeVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
6 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Tank, Op. 45: No. 5, Spring BeautyVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
6 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Tank, Op. 45: No. 6, Over the Burial-MoundsVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
4 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Isakovsky, Op. 50: No. 1, Let every Hour be Happy!Vissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
4 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Isakovsky, Op. 50: No. 2, The OakVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
4 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Isakovsky, Op. 50: No. 3, It Is fine to stroll in springVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
4 a Cappella Choruses to Words by M. Isakovsky, Op. 50: No. 4, AutumnVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 Choruses to Verses by Moldavian Poets, Op. 52: No. 1, Twilight in the ValleyVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 Choruses to Verses by Moldavian Poets, Op. 52: No. 2, The PoplarVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
3 Choruses to Verses by Moldavian Poets, Op. 52: No. 3, Mariora Is going awayVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
To My Grandchildren, Op. 57: No. 1, In the OrchardVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
To My Grandchildren, Op. 57: No. 2, The BeeVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
To My Grandchildren, Op. 57: No. 3, RaindropsVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
To My Grandchildren, Op. 57: No. 4, Summer Is hereVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
In the Forest Clearing, Op. 59: No. 1, The SnowdropVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
In the Forest Clearing, Op. 59: No. 2, The Lily-of-the-ValleyVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
In the Forest Clearing, Op. 59: No. 3, The VioletVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
In the Forest Clearing, Op. 59: No. 4, The ButtercupVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
In the Forest Clearing, Op. 59: No. 5, The Forget-Me-NotVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
In the Forest Clearing, Op. 59: No. 6, The DandelionVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
In the Forest Clearing, Op. 59: No. 7, The CarnationVissarion Shebalin, The Russkaya Conservatoria Chamber Capella, Nikolay Khondzinsky
Glinka: Oh, my Dawn!Vissarion Shebalin, Russkaya Konservatoriya Chamber Choir Soloists, Nikolay Khondzinsky
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