Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant sounds of the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra with their upcoming album, "The Essential Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra," set to release on July 5, 2025, under the prestigious Naxos Special Projects label. This orchestral masterpiece spans a generous 2 hours and 23 minutes, offering a diverse collection of 22 tracks that showcase the orchestra's virtuosity and versatility.
The album is a testament to the orchestra's reputation as one of Poland's most important symphony orchestras, featuring a blend of classical compositions and arrangements. From the lively "Molto vivace" to the soothing "Adagietto," each piece is performed with the precision and passion that has made the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra a favorite among audiences worldwide.
Highlighting their collaboration with renowned directors and soloists, the orchestra brings to life compositions by Gustav Mahler, including the hauntingly beautiful "Symphony No. 3, Op. 36, 'Symphony of Sorrowful Songs'" and the enchanting "Introduction et rondo capriccioso in A Minor, Op. 28." The album also features arrangements by P. Breiner, adding a unique twist to classics like "O sole mio" and "Tempo de Vals lento."
With a history of prestigious performances and upcoming tours, including a Japan tour in September 2025, the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra continues to captivate audiences with their exceptional musicianship. This album is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and a celebration of the orchestra's enduring legacy.
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Tracks
IV. Spanish: Molto vivace (from Foreign Lands)Moritz Moszkowski, Markus Pawlik, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
V. Joie du sang des etoilesOlivier Messiaen, Thomas Bloch, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
The BridesWojciech Kilar, Cracow Philharmonic Chorus, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
V. Finale. PrestoAntonín Dvořák, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Piosenka (Song)Witold Lutosławski, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
V. Lustig im Tempo und keck im AusdruckGustav Mahler, Ewa Podles, Cracow Boys' Choir, Cracow Philharmonic Chorus, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
III. Allegro vivaceFrank Ezra Levy, Scott Ballantyne, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, George Marriner Maull
No. 3, Tempo de Vals lento (Arr. P. Breiner for guitar and orchestra)Enrique Granados, Norbert Kraft, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
II. Romance. Andante non troppoHenryk Wieniawski, Marat Bisengaliev, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
III. Waltz. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
O sole mio (Arr. P. Breiner)Eduardo di Capua, Takako Nishizaki, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Symphony No. 3, Op. 36, "Symphony of Sorrowful Songs": II. Lento e largo - TranquillissimoHenryk Górecki, Zofia Kilanowicz, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Maria Kliegel, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Passacaglia - Allegro moderatoKrzysztof Penderecki, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. Andantino: Andante assaiSergei Prokofiev, Tedi Papavrami, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
Introduction et rondo capriccioso in A Minor, Op. 28Camille Saint-Saëns, Dong-Suk Kang, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
II. Romanza. AndanteIgnacy Jan Paderewski, Janina Fialkowska, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Adrian Leaper
No. 2, Vltava (My Country: Moldau)Bedřich Smetana, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. PrologueWitold Lutosławski, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
I. Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Bernd Glemser, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit
IV. AdagiettoGustav Mahler, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Antoni Wit