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The Minnesota Orchestra presents a captivating collection of orchestral masterpieces with their album "Minnesota Orchestra Showcase." Released on April 1, 2015, under the prestigious Reference Recordings label, this album spans a little over an hour and twelve minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical compositions that showcase the orchestra's virtuosity and versatility.
The tracklist is a journey through some of the most celebrated works in the classical repertoire. It begins with the vibrant "Don Juan, Op. 20, TrV 156" by Richard Strauss, followed by the whimsical "Through the Looking-Glass, Op. 12: No. 3, Looking-Glass Insects" by Ethel Smyth. The album also features the enchanting "Valentino Dances" by Erich Wolfgang Korngold, the patriotic "Finlandia, Op. 26" by Jean Sibelius, and the mystical "Baba Yaga, Op. 56" by Anatoly Liadov.
One of the highlights is the exhilarating "The Firebird: No. 19, Danse infernale de tous les sujets de Kachtcheï" by Igor Stravinsky, which is sure to leave listeners on the edge of their seats. The album also includes the powerful "Mazeppa, TH 7: Gopak" by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the serene "Das Lied von der Erde: III. Von der Jugend" by Gustav Mahler, and the iconic "Appalachian Spring Suite" by Aaron Copland.
The Minnesota Orchestra's rendition of the "Candide Suite" (arranged by C. Harmon for Orchestra) by Leonard Bernstein is a delightful addition, showcasing the orchestra's ability to bring humor and charm to the stage. The album concludes with the grand "Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40, TrV 190: I. Der Held" by Richard Strauss and the lively "Miroirs, M. 43: No. 4, Alborada del gracioso (Version for Orchestra)" by Maurice Ravel.
With a diverse range of genres and styles, "Minnesota Orchestra Showcase" is a testament to the orchestra's exceptional skill and artistic excellence. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding listening experience that highlights the timeless beauty of orchestral music.