Immerse yourself in the rich, dramatic world of Modest Mussorgsky with this captivating album, "Mussorgsky: Boris Godunov - Wagner: Parsifal." Released in 2003 by Cala Records, this classical masterpiece offers a compelling journey through the timeless compositions of Mussorgsky and Wagner, conducted by renowned maestros.
The album opens with Mussorgsky's monumental opera "Boris Godunov," a powerful exploration of power, guilt, and redemption. The tracklist includes iconic scenes such as the Coronation Scene, Boris's Monologue, and the poignant Farewell and Death of Boris. Each piece is performed with exquisite precision by the Wiener Philharmoniker and the Wiener Staatsoper Chorus, under the baton of Herbert von Karajan, offering a rich, immersive experience.
The album also features highlights from Richard Wagner's "Parsifal," including the mesmerizing "Good Friday Spell" and the "Symphonic Synthesis of Act III." These pieces are conducted by Pierre Boulez, adding a layer of depth and complexity to the album.
With a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring brilliance of Mussorgsky and Wagner. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a captivating listening experience that showcases the genius of these two legendary composers.
2003 Cala Records Ltd2003 Cala Records Ltd
Tracks
Boris Godunov: Prologue, Scene I: In the Courtyard of the Novodevichy Monastery Near MoscowModest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Prologue, Scene I: Chorus of Wandering PilgrimsModest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Prologue, Scene II: Coronation SceneModest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act I, Scene I: Monks Chanting in the Chudov MonasteryModest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act I, Scene II: An Inn on the Lithuanian Frontier (Orchestral Introduction)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act I, Scene II: Varlaam's SongModest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act II: The Royal Apartments in the Kremlin (Boris's Monologue)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act II: Clock SceneModest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act III, Scene II: The Gardens of the Castle At Sandomir (Polonaise)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act IV, Scene I: A Forest Clearing Near Kromy (Revolutionary Scene)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Lawrence Mason, San Francisco Boys Chorus, Leopold Stokowski
Boris Godunov: Act IV, Scene II: In the Palace of the Kremlin (Farewell and Death of Boris)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera Chorus, Raymond Cauwet, Leopold Stokowski
Parsifal: Good Friday SpellRichard Wagner, Leopold Stokowski's Symphony Orchestra, Leopold Stokowski
Parsifal: Symphonic Synthesis of Act IIIRichard Wagner, Leopold Stokowski's Symphony Orchestra, Leopold Stokowski