Georgy Sviridov's poignant album, Sviridov: Russia Cast Adrift, is a masterful exploration of the human experience, set against the backdrop of Russia's rich cultural heritage. Released on 9 June 2017 by Delos, this 36-minute choral masterpiece weaves a sonic tapestry that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.
Through the visionary arrangements of E. Stetsyuk for voice, ensemble, and orchestra, Sviridov's work is reimagined with breathtaking beauty. The album's 11 tracks, including 'Autumn', 'I Left My Home Behind', and 'Oh, I Believe, I Believe in Happiness!', evoke a sense of longing and nostalgia, as if the very soul of Russia is laid bare.
The addition of 'The Virgin in the City' from Sviridov's St. Petersburg suite adds a touch of elegance and refinement, underscoring the composer's ability to craft music that is at once intimate and expansive. Throughout the album, Georgy Sviridov's signature style shines, blending the sacred and the secular to create a work of profound emotional depth.
With its themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning, Sviridov: Russia Cast Adrift is an album that will resonate deeply with anyone who has ever felt the pang of nostalgia or the comfort of hope. Georgy Sviridov's music is a testament to the power of art to transcend borders and speak directly to the heart, making this album an essential listening experience for fans of choral music and beyond.
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Tracks
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 1, AutumnGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 2, I Left My Home BehindGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 3, Open Before Me, O My Guardian AngelGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 4, Silver PathGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 5, Russia Cast AdriftGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 6, Simon, Peter... Where Are You? Come to MeGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 7, Where Are You, O My Father’s House?Georgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 8, Beyond the Hills of the Milky WayGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 9, It Sounds, It Sounds, the Fateful Trumpet!Georgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 10, An Owl Cries in AutumnGeorgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Russia Cast Adrift (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra): No. 11, Oh, I Believe, I Believe in Happiness! - O My Homeland, O Joyful and Eternal Hour!Georgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
St. Petersburg: No. 9, The Virgin in the City (Arr. E. Stetsyuk for Voice, Ensemble & Orchestra)Georgy Sviridov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, Style of Five, Constantine Orbelian
Georgy Sviridov, a towering figure in Russian choral music, is celebrated for his deeply resonant compositions that draw from the rich traditions of the Russian Orthodox Church. Born in 1915, Sviridov's music is a testament to his profound connection to Russian culture, often evoking the timeless spirit of his homeland. His works, such as 'Hymns and Prayers' and 'Canticles and Prayers', are revered for their emotional depth and spiritual intensity, making him a giant among choral composers of the Soviet era. Sviridov's orchestral pieces, too, are imbued with a sense of national pride and cultural heritage, ensuring his enduring legacy in the world of classical music.
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