Description
Sibelius: Lemminkäinen Suite – Night Ride and Sunrise (Audio CD)
Product Information
- Catalog Number: 3984-27890-2
- UPC: 0639842789028
- Product Type: Compact Disc (Stereo 24-bit DDD Digital Recording)
- Genre: Classical – Orchestral Music
- Language: Instrumental (with bilingual liner notes)
- Total Running Time: 61'09"
- Publication Date: 2000
- Publisher: Finlandia Records, a Warner Music Group Company
- Manufactured In: Germany by Warner Music Manufacturing Europe
- Performers:
- Toronto Symphony Orchestra
- Conductor: Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Overview
Jean Sibelius’ Lemminkäinen Suite, Op. 22 and Night Ride and Sunrise, Op. 55 transport listeners to the mystical landscapes of Finnish mythology. This distinguished recording features the Toronto Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Jukka-Pekka Saraste. Experience the dramatic narrative—from the heroic exploits of Lemminkäinen and the ethereal swan of Tuonela to the evocative journey of Night Ride and the promise of Sunrise—captured in pristine 24-bit digital quality.
French Translation – Overview (Aperçu)
La Suite Lemminkäinen, Op. 22 et Night Ride and Sunrise, Op. 55 de Jean Sibelius transportent l'auditeur dans les paysages mystiques de la mythologie finlandaise. Cet enregistrement d'exception met en scène le Toronto Symphony Orchestra sous la direction de Jukka-Pekka Saraste. Vivez le récit dramatique – des exploits héroïques de Lemminkäinen et du cygne éthéré de Tuonela jusqu’au voyage évocateur du Night Ride et à la promesse du lever du soleil – capturé en qualité numérique 24 bits.
Product Features
- Audio Format: Stereo 24-bit DDD Digital Recording for superior sound fidelity
- Packaging: Premium CD case with detailed bilingual (English/French) liner notes
- Performance Highlights:
- Immersive interpretations of two major works by Sibelius
- The emotional depth of the mythic narrative conveyed through dynamic orchestral textures
- Conducted by Jukka-Pekka Saraste, renowned for his insightful and passionate direction
Interesting Facts
English
- Mythical Narrative:
- The suite vividly portrays key episodes from the Finnish epic, capturing both the heroic and mystical aspects of Lemminkäinen’s adventures.
- Critical Acclaim:
- The performance by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, led by Saraste, has been lauded for its clarity, precision, and emotive power.
- Technological Excellence:
- The 24-bit digital recording ensures every nuance of Sibelius' orchestration is faithfully reproduced, offering a truly immersive listening experience.
French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants)
- Narration Mythique :
- La suite dépeint avec force les épisodes clés de l’épopée finlandaise, capturant à la fois les aspects héroïques et mystiques des aventures de Lemminkäinen.
- Éloges Critiques :
- La performance du Toronto Symphony Orchestra, dirigé par Saraste, est saluée pour sa clarté, sa précision et sa puissance émotionnelle.
- Excellence Technologique :
- L'enregistrement numérique 24 bits reproduit fidèlement chaque nuance de l'orchestration de Sibelius, offrant une expérience d'écoute véritablement immersive.
Track Listing
- Lemminkäinen And The Maidens Of The Island – 15:16
- Lemminkäinen In Tuonela – 15:09
- The Swan Of Tuonela – 9:02
- Lemminkäinen's Return – 6:36
- Night Ride And Sunrise, Op. 55 – 14:20
Publishers
Released by Finlandia Records in 2000, a Warner Music Group Company. All rights reserved. Made in Germany by Warner Music Manufacturing Europe. Unauthorized copying, public performance, and distribution are strictly prohibited.
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English:
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French (Étiquettes):
#Sibelius #SuiteLemminkainen #NightRideAndSunrise #TorontoSymphony #JukkaPekkaSaraste #FinlandiaRecords #MusiqueClassique #MusiqueMythique #EnregistrementDigital
