Immerse yourself in a captivating journey through classical music with Georges Sebastian's 1956 album, "Lalo: Rhapsodie norvégienne - Mussorgsky: Une nuit sur le mont Chauve - Prokofiev: Suite de L'amour des trois oranges." This exquisite collection, released under the BNF Collection label, showcases Sebastian's mastery of opera, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that span from the evocative "Norwegian Rhapsody" by Edouard Lalo to the dramatic "Saint John's Night on Bald Mountain" by Modest Mussorgsky, arranged by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. The album also features a suite from Sergei Prokofiev's "The Love for Three Oranges," including lively pieces like "Ridiculous Fellows," "March," and "Scherzo." With a total runtime of 37 minutes, this album is a concise yet powerful exploration of some of the most celebrated works in the opera genre. Georges Sebastian's interpretation brings a unique depth and nuance to these timeless pieces, making this album a treasure trove for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Norwegian Rhapsody: I. Andantino - AllegrettoÉdouard Lalo, Orchestre Colonne, Georges Sebastian
Norwegian Rhapsody: II. PrestoÉdouard Lalo, Orchestre Colonne, Georges Sebastian
Saint John's Night on Bald Mountain - Arranged by Nikolai Rimsky-KorsakovModest Mussorgsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Leopold Ludwig
Suite from The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33bis: Ridiculous FellowsSergei Prokofiev, RIAS-Symphonie-Orchester, Artur Rother
Suite from The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33bis: Infernal Scene. Magician Celio and Fata Morgana Play CardsSergei Prokofiev, RIAS-Symphonie-Orchester, Artur Rother
Suite from The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33bis: MarchSergei Prokofiev, RIAS-Symphonie-Orchester, Artur Rother
Suite from The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33bis: ScherzoSergei Prokofiev, RIAS-Symphonie-Orchester, Artur Rother
Suite from The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33bis: The Prince and the PrincessSergei Prokofiev, RIAS-Symphonie-Orchester, Artur Rother
Suite from The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33bis: The FlightSergei Prokofiev, RIAS-Symphonie-Orchester, Artur Rother