Immerse yourself in the rich, romantic soundscapes of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky with this comprehensive collection of his most celebrated works. Released on January 1, 2006, by Warner Classics International, this album spans a generous 8 hours and 41 minutes, offering a deep dive into the heart of Russian classical music.
The collection features Tchaikovsky's complete symphonies, from the dreamy "Winter Daydreams" of Symphony No. 1 to the profound depths of the "Pathétique" Symphony No. 6. Each symphony is a journey through Tchaikovsky's evolving compositional style, showcasing his mastery of orchestration and his ability to convey a wide range of emotions.
In addition to the symphonies, the album includes Tchaikovsky's three piano concertos, each a virtuosic display of technical brilliance and lyrical beauty. The Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23, is a staple of the piano repertoire, while the Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44, and the Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 75, offer further exploration of Tchaikovsky's piano writing.
The collection also includes some of Tchaikovsky's most famous orchestral works, such as the dramatic "Romeo and Juliet" Fantasy Overture, the enchanting "Swan Lake" and "The Nutcracker" ballet suites, and the majestic "1812 Overture" (Coronation March in D Major). These pieces highlight Tchaikovsky's ability to create memorable melodies and compelling narratives through music.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Tchaikovsky's work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The breadth and depth of the collection make it an essential addition to any classical music library.
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": I. Daydreams on a Winter Journey. Allegro tranquilloPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": II. Land of Gloom, Land of Mist. Adagio cantabile ma non tantoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": III. Scherzo. Allegro scherzando giocosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": IV. Finale. Andante lugubre - Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Francesca da Rimini, Op. 32Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": II. Andantino marziale, quasi moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": IV. Finale. Moderato assai - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Romeo and Juliet, Fantasy OverturePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": I. Introduzione e AllegroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": II. Alla tedesca. Allegro moderato e semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": III. Andante elegiacoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": IV. Scherzo. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": V. Finale. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Mazeppa, Act 1, Scene 1: No. 4a, GopakPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Coronation March in D MajorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: I. Andante sostenuto - Moderato con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: II. Andantino in modo di canzonaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: III. Scherzo. Pizzicato ostinato, allegroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: IV. Finale. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: I. Andante - Allegro con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: II. Andante cantabile, con alcuna licenzaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: III. Valse. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: IV. Finale (Andante maestoso - Allegro vivace)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": I. Adagio - Allegro non troppoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": II. Allegro con graziaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": III. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": IV. Finale. Adagio lamentosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: I. Lento lugubrePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: II. Vivace con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: III. Andante con motoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: IV. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: II. Andantino semplice - PrestissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Concert Fantasia in G Major, Op. 56: I. Quasi rondo. Andante mossoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Concert Fantasia in G Major, Op. 56: II. Contrastes. Andante cantabile - Molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44: I. Allegro brillante e molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44: II. Andante non troppoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44: III. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 75Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act III: No. 17, Entrance of the Guests and WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act 1: No. 2, WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 2: WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act 1 "The Spell": No. 6, WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Hamlet, Op. 67a, Act 2: Entr'actePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 1: No. 9, Waltz of the SnowflakesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 13, Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 15, Final Waltz and ApotheosisPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic