In this captivating release, the dynamic duo of Teodor Currentzis and the extraordinary violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja join forces for the first time, delivering a mesmerizing performance that showcases their exceptional artistry. The album features Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's iconic Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, a piece renowned for its technical demands and emotional depth, which Kopatchinskaja navigates with breathtaking virtuosity. Currentzis, at the helm of his acclaimed orchestra and choir MusicAeterna, brings his distinctive interpretive prowess to Igor Stravinsky's groundbreaking ballet score, Les Noces. This collaboration results in a vivid and compelling exploration of two masterpieces of the classical repertoire. The recording, released on Sony Classical, was celebrated as the Recording of the Month in March 2016, highlighting its outstanding quality and artistic merit. With a total duration of 57 minutes, this album is a testament to the innovative and passionate approach of Currentzis and Kopatchinskaja, offering a fresh and inspiring perspective on these timeless works.
(P) 2016 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, TH 59: I. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Teodor Currentzis, musicAeterna
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, TH 59: II. Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Teodor Currentzis, musicAeterna
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, TH 59: III. Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Teodor Currentzis, musicAeterna
Les Noces: Scene 1: The Tresses (At the Brides's House)Igor Stravinsky, Teodor Currentzis, musicAeterna, Nadine Koutcher, Natalya Buklaga, Stanislav Leontieff, Vasiliy Korostelev, Mikhail Mordvinov, Artem Abashev, Alexander Osminin, Oxana Pislegina, Nikolai Dulskiy, Roman Romashkin, Igor Grishkin, Andrey Nikitin, Vladislav Osipov, Vadim Yashin, Alibek Kabdurakhmanov
Les Noces: Scene 2: At the Bridegroom's HouseIgor Stravinsky, Teodor Currentzis, musicAeterna, Nadine Koutcher, Natalya Buklaga, Stanislav Leontieff, Vasiliy Korostelev, Mikhail Mordvinov, Artem Abashev, Alexander Osminin, Oxana Pislegina, Nikolai Dulskiy, Roman Romashkin, Igor Grishkin, Andrey Nikitin, Vladislav Osipov, Vadim Yashin, Alibek Kabdurakhmanov
Les Noces: Scene 3: The Departure of the BrideIgor Stravinsky, Teodor Currentzis, musicAeterna, Nadine Koutcher, Natalya Buklaga, Stanislav Leontieff, Vasiliy Korostelev, Mikhail Mordvinov, Artem Abashev, Alexander Osminin, Oxana Pislegina, Nikolai Dulskiy, Roman Romashkin, Igor Grishkin, Andrey Nikitin, Vladislav Osipov, Vadim Yashin, Alibek Kabdurakhmanov
Les Noces: Scene 4: The Wedding FeastIgor Stravinsky, Teodor Currentzis, musicAeterna, Nadine Koutcher, Natalya Buklaga, Stanislav Leontieff, Vasiliy Korostelev, Mikhail Mordvinov, Artem Abashev, Alexander Osminin, Oxana Pislegina, Nikolai Dulskiy, Roman Romashkin, Igor Grishkin, Andrey Nikitin, Vladislav Osipov, Vadim Yashin, Alibek Kabdurakhmanov
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