Rodion Shchedrin's album "Shchedrin: Carmen Suite & The Little Humpbacked Horse" is a captivating journey through traditional music, offering a rich and diverse listening experience. Released on January 1, 2009, under the label JSC "Firma Melodiya," this album features two distinct suites that showcase Shchedrin's mastery of composition and orchestration.
The first suite, "Carmen Suite," is a brilliant reimagining of themes from Georges Bizet's iconic opera "Carmen." Shchedrin's unique interpretation brings a fresh perspective to the familiar melodies, transforming them into a cohesive and engaging musical narrative. The suite is divided into twelve movements, each offering a different facet of the story, from the introduction to the finale.
The second suite, "The Little Humpbacked Horse," is based on the Russian fairy tale by Pyotr Ershov. This suite is a vibrant and colorful exploration of the adventures of Ivan and his loyal friend, the Humpbacked Horse. The nine movements of this suite paint a vivid musical picture of the characters and their journey, from the playful "Dance with Balalaikas" to the dramatic "Bathing in the Boilers and Funerals of the Tsar."
Performed by the Bolshoi Symphony Orchestra, the album spans a total of 22 tracks and a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes. Shchedrin's compositions are brought to life with the orchestra's exceptional skill and precision, creating a rich and immersive soundscape that highlights the depth and complexity of the music.
Whether you are a fan of traditional music or simply appreciate the art of composition, "Shchedrin: Carmen Suite & The Little Humpbacked Horse" is an album that will captivate and inspire. It is a testament to Rodion Shchedrin's genius and a celebration of the timeless appeal of traditional music.
Tracks
Carmen Suite: I. IntroductionRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: II. DanceRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: III. First IntermezzoRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: IV. Changing of the GuardRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: V. Carmen's Entrance and HabaneraRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: VI. SceneRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: VII. Second IntermezzoRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: VIII. BoleroRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: IX. TorreroRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: X. Torrero and CarmenRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: XI. AdagioRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: XII. Fortune-TellingRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
Carmen Suite: XIII. FinaleRodion Shchedrin, Georges Bizet, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: I. Dance with BalalaikasRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: II. ScherzinoRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: III. The Firebird's FeatherRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: IV. The White Mare Grants the Little Humpbacked Horse to IvanRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: V. Uettino of Ivan and the Fairy PrincessRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: VI. The Tsar Is Waiting for the Fairy Princess to ComeRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: VII. AdagiettoRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: VIII. Bathing in the Boilers and Funerals of the TsarRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
The Little Humpbacked Horse: IX. Girls' Round Dance and QuadrilleRodion Shchedrin, Algis Zhuraytis, Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra
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