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Mikhail Pletnev - Tschaikowsky: Pathétique & Piano Concerto No. 1 Erato CD
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- UPC: 5099908789426
- Product Type: Music CD
- Brand Name: Erato / Warner Classics
- MPN: 50999 0 87894 2 6
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Romantic / Orchestral / Piano Concerto
- Artists: Mikhail Pletnev (Piano/Conductor), Vladimir Fedoseyev (Conductor)
- Ensembles: The Philharmonia, Russian National Orchestra
- Composer: Peter Ilyitsch Tschaikowsky (1840–1893)
- Release Year: 2011 (Compilation of 1991 recordings)
Product Features
- Format: Audio CD (Jewel Case)
- Series: Inspiration / Meisterwerke
- Recording Technology: Stereo / DDD (Full Digital Recording)
- Total Timing: 78:57
- Label: Erato / Warner Music Group
Overview
This "Inspiration" series release from Erato brings together two of Peter Ilyitsch Tschaikowsky’s most legendary masterpieces on a single high-capacity disc. The album features the thrilling Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor, performed by the virtuoso Mikhail Pletnev with The Philharmonia under the baton of Vladimir Fedoseyev. Following this is a profound interpretation of Symphony No. 6 in B minor, famously known as the "Pathétique," performed by the Russian National Orchestra and conducted by Pletnev himself.
The recording captures the "fateful drama" and "triumphal power" that define Tschaikowsky’s sound. Originally designed as a "programme symphony" depicting life, love, disappointment, and death, the Sixth Symphony remains one of the most emotionally stirring works in the classical canon. Combined with the iconic opening bars of the First Piano Concerto, this CD offers an essential Russian perspective on these quintessential Romantic works.
Interesting Facts
- Dual Role: Mikhail Pletnev is one of the few artists in the world to reach the absolute pinnacle of two careers; he is featured here both as a world-class concert pianist in the concerto and as the founding conductor of the Russian National Orchestra in the symphony.
- The "Pathétique" Mystery: Tschaikowsky conducted the premiere of the 6th Symphony just nine days before his death. The work’s somber, fading finale has led many to view it as a musical suicide note, though historians continue to debate the composer's true intent.
- Orchestral Pedigree: The Russian National Orchestra (RNO), featured here, was the first Russian orchestra to be independent of government control since the 1917 revolution, founded by Pletnev in 1990 shortly before these recordings were made.
- Digital Excellence: The "DDD" mark on this CD indicates that a digital tape recorder was used during the original session recording, mixing/editing, and mastering, ensuring the highest possible audio fidelity from the early 90s era.
Overview (Deutsch)
Die hinreißenden Eingangstakte von Tschaikowskys Klavierkonzert Nr. 1 sind nicht nur Klassikfreunden ein Begriff: In seiner triumphalen Wucht ist das Werk einer der größten Klassik-Hits aller Zeiten. Auch Tschaikowskys grandiose Sinfonie Nr. 6 trat ihren Siegeszug um die Welt an. Ursprünglich als „Programmsinfonie“ um Liebe, Enttäuschung und Tod konzipiert, erhielt dieses Werk voll schicksalshafter Dramatik den Beinamen „Pathetische“.
Interessante Fakten (Deutsch)
- Mikhail Pletnev: Er brilliert hier in einer Doppelrolle – als Klaviervirtuose im ersten Konzert und als Dirigent des Russian National Orchestra in der sechsten Sinfonie.
- DDD-Aufnahme: Diese CD ist eine rein digitale Produktion (DDD), was eine außergewöhnliche Klangklarheit und Dynamik garantiert.
Track Listing
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, op. 23
- I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spirito (20:32)
- II. Andantino semplice – Prestissimo – Tempo I (7:01)
- III. Allegro con fuoco (6:54)
Symphony No. 6 in B minor, op. 74 "Pathétique"
- I. Adagio – Allegro con brio (18:17)
- II. Allegro con grazia (7:37)
- III. Allegro molto vivace (8:06)
- IV. Finale: Adagio lamentoso (10:21)
Publishers
- Phonographic Copyright: ℗ 1991 Erato/Warner Classics, Warner Music UK Ltd.
- Compilation: ℗ & © 2011 Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH.
- Manufacture: Made in the E.U.
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