Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Igor Stravinsky with the release of "Stravinsky: The Soldier's Tale, Élégie. Duo concertant." This captivating album, released on August 27, 2021, under the prestigious harmonia mundi label, is a masterful blend of classical and neoclassical orchestral compositions that showcase Stravinsky's unparalleled genius. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a testament to Stravinsky's enduring influence and innovative spirit.
The album opens with the hauntingly beautiful "Élégie," followed by the intricate and dynamic "Duo concertant pour violon et piano," a five-movement suite that highlights the virtuosity of both violin and piano. The centerpiece of the album is "The Soldier's Tale," a narrative work that combines spoken word with orchestral music, telling a tale of a soldier's encounter with the devil. This work is divided into two parts, each containing multiple scenes that weave together to create a compelling and dramatic listening experience.
Stravinsky's unique compositional style, characterized by its rhythmic complexity and harmonic innovation, is evident throughout the album. The orchestration is rich and varied, with each instrument playing a crucial role in bringing Stravinsky's vision to life. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that showcases the breadth and depth of Stravinsky's musical genius.
Tracks
ÉlégieIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust
Duo concertant pour violon et piano: I. CantilèneIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Alexander Melnikov
Duo concertant pour violon et piano: II. Églogue IIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Alexander Melnikov
Duo concertant pour violon et piano: III. Églogue IIIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Alexander Melnikov
Duo concertant pour violon et piano: IV. GigueIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Alexander Melnikov
Duo concertant pour violon et piano: V. DithyrambeIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Alexander Melnikov
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene I: Marching SongIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene I: Phew… This isn't a bad sort of spotIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene I: Music to Scene 1. Airs by a streamIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene I: The Devil appearsIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene II: Marching Song (reprise)Igor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene II: Hurray! Here we are!Igor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene II: Music to Scene 2: PastoraleIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene II: Ah, you dirty cheat! It's you!Igor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene III: Music to Scene 3. Airs by a stream (reprise)Igor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part I Scene III: Good to touch, good to feelIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene I: Marching Song (reprise)Igor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene I: Now he comes to another landIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene I: Royal MarchIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene II: It went off just as we thought it wouldIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene II: Little ConcertIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene III: Three Dances. 1. TangoIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene III: Three Dances. 2. WaltzIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene III: Three Dances. 3. RagtimeIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene III: Dance of the DevilIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene III: Little ChoraleIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene III: Devil's SongIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene IV: Great ChoraleIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene IV: Suppose, suppose we went there!Igor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
The Soldier's Tale, Part II Scene IV: Devil's Triumphal MarchIgor Stravinsky, Isabelle Faust, Dominique Horwitz, Lorenzo Coppola, Javier Zafra, Reinhold Friedrich, Jörgen Van Rijen, Wies de Boevé, Raymond Curfs
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