Dive into the captivating world of Modest Mussorgsky with his extraordinary album "Mussorgsky: Unorthodox Music," released on October 15, 2021, under AVIE Records. This orchestral and classical masterpiece spans a rich 69 minutes, offering a profound exploration of Mussorgsky's unique compositional style.
The album features a diverse array of tracks, each telling its own story. From the hauntingly beautiful "Memories of Childhood" to the lively "Hopak of the Merry Young Ukrainians," Mussorgsky's compositions are a testament to his innovative spirit and deep emotional resonance. The inclusion of well-known pieces like "Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum Mortuis in Lingua Mortua" and "Songs and Dances of Death: III. Trepak" showcases Mussorgsky's ability to blend traditional forms with his distinctive, unorthodox approach.
Mussorgsky's music is known for its raw emotional power and vivid storytelling, and this album is no exception. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Mussorgsky: Unorthodox Music" offers a compelling journey through the mind of one of Russia's most influential composers. The orchestral arrangements bring Mussorgsky's compositions to life, highlighting the depth and complexity of his work.
(C) 2021 Claire Booth(P) 2021 Claire Booth
Tracks
The Goat (A Society Tale)Modest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Memories of Childhood: I. Nanny and IModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: I. With NannyModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: II. In the CornerModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Memories of Childhood: II. Nanny Locks Me in a Dark CupboardModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: IV. With the DollModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: VI. Hobby HorseModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Porte-enseigne PolkaModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
DesireModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Impromptu-passionnéModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
From my tearsModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Hopak of the Merry Young UkrainiansModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
NightModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
HopakModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Oh, How Your Eyes Look At Me SometimesModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Oh, You Drunken Sot!Modest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Intermezzo in modo classicoModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
Songs and Dances of Death: III. TrepakModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Album Leaf: MéditationModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
The Leaves Rustled SoftlyModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum Mortuis in Lingua MortuaModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
Sunless: I. Within Four WallsModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Sunless: VI. On the RiverModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn