Immerse yourself in the profound and evocative world of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky with the comprehensive collection "Tchaikovsky: Complete Symphonies." Released on January 11, 2019, under the prestigious Pentatone label, this album is a testament to Tchaikovsky's enduring genius and his unparalleled contribution to classical music.
Spanning nearly seven hours of captivating performances, this collection features all six of Tchaikovsky's symphonies, each a masterpiece in its own right. From the haunting melodies of the "Winter Daydreams" Symphony No. 1 to the dramatic intensity of the "Pathétique" Symphony No. 6, Tchaikovsky's compositions are a journey through a landscape of emotions and musical innovation.
The album also includes notable works such as the "Little Russian" Symphony No. 2, the vibrant "Polish" Symphony No. 3, and the fiery "Manfred" Symphony. Each piece is a showcase of Tchaikovsky's ability to blend lyrical beauty with structural complexity, creating compositions that are both deeply moving and technically impressive.
Beyond the symphonies, the collection offers additional gems like the "Romeo & Juliet" Fantasy Overture, the "Francesca da Rimini" Fantasy for Orchestra, and the triumphant "Coronation March." These works further highlight Tchaikovsky's versatility and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music.
"Tchaikovsky: Complete Symphonies" is not just a compilation of great works; it is a celebration of one of the most influential composers in history. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Tchaikovsky's music, this album offers an unforgettable experience that showcases the depth and breadth of his artistic vision.
Tracks
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": I. Allegro tranquillo "Daydreams on a Winter Journey"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": II. Adagio cantabile ma non tanto "Land of Gloom, Land of Mist"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": III. Scherzo. Allegro scherzando giocosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 13, TH 24 "Winter Daydreams": IV. Finale. Andante lugubre - Allegro moderato - Allegro maestosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": II. Andantino marziale quasi moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": IV. Finale. Moderato assai - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17, TH 25 "Little Russian": I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro comodo (Original First Movement)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": I. Introduzione e Allegro. Moderato assai. Tempo di Marcia funebre - Allegro brillantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": II. Alla tedesca. Allegro moderato e semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": III. Andante. Andante elegiacoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": IV. Scherzo. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 3 in D Major, Op. 29, TH 26 "Polish": V. Finale. Allegro con fuoco. Tempo di PolaccaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Francesca da Rimini, Op. 32 Fantasy for Orchestra after DantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: I. Andante sostenuto - Moderato con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: II. Andantino in modo di canzonaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: III. Scherzo. Pizzicato ostinato. AllegroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36, TH 27: IV. Finale. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture, TH 42 (1880 Version)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Italian Capriccio, Op. 45, TH 47Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: I. Lento luguburePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: II. Vivace con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: III. Pastorale. Andante con motoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Manfred Symphony in B Minor, Op. 58, TH 28: IV. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: I. Andante - Allegro con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: II. Andante cantabile con alcuna licenzaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: III. Valse. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: IV. Finale. Andante maestoso - Allegro vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": I. Adagio - Allegro non troppoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": II. Allegro con graziaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": III. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74, TH 30 "Pathétique": IV. Adagio lamentosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mikhail Pletnev, Russian National Orchestra
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