Description
Borodin Symphonies No. 1 & 2: Studio Archives CD by Evgeni Svetlanov and USSR Symphony Orchestra
Product Information
- UPC: 723724608023
- Product Type: Compact Disc (CD)
- Genre: Classical Symphonic Music
- Language: Instrumental (No Lyrics)
- Recorded: 1983 by Moscow Studio Archives
- Release Date: 2003 (as per licensing details)
- Label: Allegro Corporation
- Total Duration: 66 minutes and 50 seconds
- Number of Tracks: 7
- Format: Standard CD Audio
Overview
Explore the grandeur of Alexander Borodin's symphonic works through this archival CD recording, featuring the legendary conductor Evgeni Svetlanov leading the USSR Symphony Orchestra. This release captures Symphonies No. 1 and No. 2, showcasing Borodin's blend of Russian folk influences and romantic orchestration. Performed with precision and passion, it's an essential listen for classical music aficionados interested in 19th-century compositions and the legacy of Russian orchestras.
Product Features
Format and Dimensions
- Standard CD format with a durable case, designed for compatibility and easy storage.
Duration and Track Count
- Total runtime of 66:50 minutes, providing a focused and engaging orchestral experience.
- Consists of 7 tracks, each representing movements from the two symphonies.
Audio Quality and Compatibility
- High-fidelity digital audio from a studio recording, ensuring clear and dynamic sound reproduction.
- Fully compatible with CD players, computers, and modern digital devices for versatile playback options.
Interesting Facts
Alexander Borodin's Symphonies No. 1 and No. 2 are celebrated for their vivid depiction of Russian culture and folk elements, with Symphony No. 2 often nicknamed "Heroic" for its bold character. Conducted by Evgeni Svetlanov, this 1983 recording highlights his reputation for masterful interpretations, as noted in a review praising it as a "splendidly energetic yet sensitive performance". Borodin, a chemist by profession, composed these works in his spare time, and they reflect his incomplete symphony legacy, with No. 3 left unfinished and later completed by others, adding historical depth to this album.
Track Listing
- Borodin: Symphony No. 1 in E flat major: I. Adagio - Allegro - 13:25
- Borodin: Symphony No. 1 in E flat major: II. Scherzo: Prestissimo - 6:41
- Borodin: Symphony No. 1 in E flat major: III. Andante - 8:20
- Borodin: Symphony No. 1 in E flat major: IV. Finale: Allegro molto vivo - 6:44
- Borodin: Symphony No. 2 in B minor "Heroic": I. Allegro - 9:09
- Borodin: Symphony No. 2 in B minor "Heroic": II. Scherzo: Prestissimo - 5:30
- Borodin: Symphony No. 2 in B minor "Heroic": III. Andante - Finale: Allegro - 16:57
Publishers
Published by Allegro Corporation, licensed from CDK Music, with production by Moscow Studio Archives in 2003. All rights reserved; unauthorized duplication or public broadcast is prohibited. For more details, visit www.allegro-music.com/mos. Executive Producer: Wm. D. Tennant; Graphics: Todd Farrell and Darcey Jane McGowan.
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