Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky with "Tchaikovsky: Winter Season," a captivating collection of his most beloved works. Released on January 10, 2025, this album is a testament to Tchaikovsky's enduring genius, featuring a diverse range of compositions that span his illustrious career. From the delicate beauty of "The Seasons" to the grandeur of his symphonies and concertos, this album offers a comprehensive journey through the composer's rich musical landscape.
The album opens with selections from "The Seasons," a cycle of twelve character pieces that evoke the changing moods and landscapes of each month. Highlights include the lively "Troika" in November and the festive "Christmas" in December, setting the stage for a winter wonderland of sound. The album also features the elegant "Variations on a Rococo Theme," showcasing Tchaikovsky's mastery of form and melody.
Fans of Tchaikovsky's ballets will delight in the inclusion of suites from "Swan Lake" and "The Sleeping Beauty," as well as selections from "The Nutcracker." These iconic works are brought to life with vivid orchestration and memorable themes, transporting the listener to the magical worlds of Tchaikovsky's imagination. The album also includes powerful excerpts from his operas, such as "Eugene Onegin" and "Iolanta," demonstrating his skill in dramatic storytelling.
The album is rounded out with some of Tchaikovsky's most celebrated orchestral and piano works, including his Symphony No. 5, Piano Concerto No. 2, and Piano Concerto No. 1, all performed with virtuosity and passion. With a duration of over three and a half hours, "Tchaikovsky: Winter Season" is a treasure trove of musical delights, perfect for both casual listeners and devoted fans of the composer's work.
The Seasons, Op. 37a: XI. November. TroikaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
The Seasons, Op. 37a: XII. December. ChristmasPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Introduction. Moderato quasi andantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Theme. Moderato semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 1. Tempo della thema –Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 2. Tempo della themaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 3. Andante sostenutoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 4. Andante grazioso –Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 5. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 6. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 7 – Coda. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
The Seasons, Op. 37a: I. January. At the FiresidePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
The Seasons, Op. 37a: II. February. CarnivalPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
The Seasons, Op. 37a: VI. June. BarcarollePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
The Seasons, Op. 37a: X. October. Autumn SongPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
Romance in F Minor, Op. 5Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Bruce Liu
Swan Lake Suite, Op. 20a: I. Scene "Swan Theme". ModeratoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
Swan Lake (Suite), Op. 20a, TH. 219: II. Valse in A MajorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leon Spierer, Eberhard Finke, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
Swan Lake (Suite), Op. 20a, TH. 219: III. Danse des petits cygnesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
Swan Lake (Suite), Op. 20a, TH. 219: IV. ScenePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leon Spierer, Eberhard Finke, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
Swan Lake (Suite), Op. 20a, TH. 219: V. Danse Hongroise (Czardas)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
Swan Lake (Suite), Op. 20a, TH. 219: VI. Scène finalePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leon Spierer, Eberhard Finke, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
The Sleeping Beauty (Suite), Op. 66a, TH. 234: I. Introduction - The Lilac FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
The Sleeping Beauty (Suite), Op. 66a, TH. 234: II. Pas d'action: Rose AdagioPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
The Sleeping Beauty (Suite), Op. 66a, TH. 234: III. Pas de caractère: Puss in BootsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
The Sleeping Beauty (Suite), Op. 66a, TH. 234: IV. Panorama. AndantinoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
The Sleeping Beauty (Suite), Op. 66a, TH. 234: V. WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Mstislav Rostropovich
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, TH.5 / Act 1: "Kto ti moi angel"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mirella Freni, Staatskapelle Dresden, James Levine
The Seasons, Op. 37a: IV. April. Snowdrop. Allegretto con moto e un poco rubatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Vladimir Ashkenazy
None but the Lonely Heart, Op. 6 No. 6Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Olga Borodina, Larissa Gergieva
Serenade for String Orchestra in C Major, Op. 48, TH 48: IIa. Walzer: Moderato (Tempo di valse)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Seven Romances, Op. 47, TH 103: No. 7 Ya li v pole da ne travushka bïla - LivePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anna Netrebko, Daniel Barenboim
Iolanta Op. 69, TH 11: "Otčego ėto prežde ne znala" - LivePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anna Netrebko, Slovenian Philharmonic Orchestra, Emmanuel Villaume
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): I. Miniature OverturePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): IIa. MarchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): IIb. Dance of the Sugar Plum FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): IIc. Russian Dance (Trepak)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): IId. Arabian Dance (Coffee)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): IIe. Chinese Dance (Tea)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): IIf. Dance of the Reed-PipesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. Economou for 2 Pianos): III. Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Martha Argerich, Nicolas Economou
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, TH 5 / Act 1: Letter Scene. "Puskai pogibnu ya, no prezde"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anna Netrebko, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64, TH 29: III. Valse. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Sviatoslav Richter, Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra, Stanisław Wisłocki
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Sviatoslav Richter, Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra, Stanisław Wisłocki
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: III. Allegro scherzandoSergei Rachmaninoff, Sviatoslav Richter, Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra, Stanisław Wisłocki
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spirito - Live at Philharmonie, BerlinPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Evgeny Kissin, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: II. Andantino semplice – Prestissimo – Tempo I - Live at Philharmonie, BerlinPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Evgeny Kissin, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro con fuoco – Molto meno mosso – Allegro vivo - Live at Philharmonie, BerlinPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Evgeny Kissin, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, born in 1840 in Votkinsk, Russia, is one of the most celebrated composers of the Romantic era. Known for his emotional depth and musical brilliance, Tchaikovsky's compositions have left an indelible mark on the classical repertoire. His prolific output includes iconic ballets like "Swan Lake" and "The Nutcracker," the dramatic "1812 Overture," and the deeply moving opera "Eugene Onegin." Tchaikovsky's music is renowned for its lyrical melodies and powerful orchestrations, making him the first Russian composer to achieve international acclaim. His works continue to captivate audiences worldwide, showcasing his unique ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music.
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