Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical music with the London Symphony Orchestra's stunning album, "Stravinsky: The Firebird - Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 3 & The Miraculous Mandarin." Released on October 14, 2016, this album is a testament to the orchestra's prowess and the timeless appeal of these masterful compositions.
The album opens with Béla Bartók's "The Miraculous Mandarin," a dramatic and intense orchestral work that showcases the London Symphony Orchestra's ability to bring out the raw emotion and power of this piece. Following this, the orchestra delivers a breathtaking performance of Bartók's "Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major," featuring a delicate balance of technical brilliance and lyrical beauty.
The second half of the album is dedicated to Igor Stravinsky's "The Firebird," a lush and vivid orchestral suite that transports you to a world of magic and enchantment. The London Symphony Orchestra's interpretation is nothing short of spectacular, with each note and nuance expertly crafted to create a rich and immersive listening experience.
The album concludes with a selection from Stravinsky's "Romeo & Juliet," providing a fitting end to this extraordinary collection of works. With a total duration of 1 hour and 36 minutes, this album is a must-listen for any fan of classical music, offering a unique and unforgettable journey through some of the most beloved and enduring compositions in the genre.
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Tracks
The Miraculous Mandarin, Sz. 73: I. Introduction - Curtain Rises - First Decoy GameBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Miraculous Mandarin, Sz. 73: II. Second Decoy Game - Third Decoy GameBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Miraculous Mandarin, Sz. 73: III. The Girl Slowly Begins to Dance for the Mandarin - The ChaseBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major, Sz. 119: I. AllegrettoBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev, Yefim Bronfman
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major, Sz. 119: II. Adagio religiosoBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev, Yefim Bronfman
Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major, Sz. 119: III. Allegro vivaceBéla Bartók, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev, Yefim Bronfman
The Firebird, KC 10: I. Introduction - Premier tableau - Le jardin enchanté de KachtcheïIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: II. Apparition de l'oiseau de feu - Danse de l'oiseau de feu - Capture de l'oiseau de feuIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: III. Supplications de l'oiseau de feu - Apparition des treize princesses enchantéesIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: IV. Jeu des princesses avec les pommes d'or - Brusque apparition d'Ivan TsarévitchIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: V. Corovod (Ronde) des princesses - Lever du jour - Ivan Tsarévitch pénètre dans le palais de KachtcheïIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: VI. Carillon féérique - Danse de la suite de Kachtcheï enchantée par l'oiseau de feuIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: VII. Danse infernale de tous les sujets de KachtcheïIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: VIII. Berceuse (L'oiseau de feu)Igor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Firebird, KC 10: IX. Second tableau - Disparition du palais et des sortilèges de Kachtcheï, animation des chevaliers pétrifiésIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Romeo & Juliet, Suite No. 2 for Orchestra, Op. 64ter: No 1. Montagues and CapuletsSergei Prokofiev, London Symphony Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
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