Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's '20th Century Recordings: Tchaikovsky' is a magnificent collection of 96 tracks, showcasing the Russian composer's most beloved works. Released on 18 December 2024, this album is a treasure trove of classical music, featuring iconic pieces from his renowned ballets, including 'The Nutcracker', 'The Sleeping Beauty', and 'Swan Lake'. With a duration of 3 hours and 16 minutes, this extensive compilation is a must-have for fans of Tchaikovsky's oeuvre.
The album takes you on a journey through Tchaikovsky's impressive repertoire, with orchestral masterpieces such as 'The Nutcracker, Op. 71, TH.14 / Act 2: No. 12d Character Dances: Trépak (Russian Dance)' and 'The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Prologue: 3h. Pas de six: Variation VI (Lilac Fairy)(Waltz)'. The 'Serenade for Strings in C, Op. 48: 1. Pezzo in forma di sonatina: Andante non troppo - Allegro moderato' and 'Souvenir d'un lieu cher, Op. 42, TH.116: III. Mélodie (Transcr. Arnold)' are also standout pieces, demonstrating Tchaikovsky's mastery of orchestration and melody.
This comprehensive collection, available on various music platforms, including Spotify, Deezer, and Amazon Music, is a testament to Tchaikovsky's enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated composers of the Romantic period. With '20th Century Recordings: Tchaikovsky', Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's timeless music is sure to delight both new and seasoned classical music enthusiasts, offering a rich and immersive listening experience that will leave a lasting impression.
The Nutcracker, Op. 71, TH.14 / Act 2: No. 12d Character Dances: Trépak (Russian Dance)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
The Nutcracker, Op. 71, TH.14 / Act 2: No. 14c Pas de deux: Variation II (Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act I: No. 2, MarchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Antal Doráti
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Prologue: 3h. Pas de six: Variation VI (Lilac Fairy)(Waltz)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev
The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act II: No. 12, Divertissement: b. Coffee (Arabian Dance)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Semyon Bychkov
The Sleeping Beauty, Suite, Op. 66a, TH 234: Pas de caractère: Puss in BootsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wiener Philharmoniker, James Levine
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33: Var. 6. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mstislav Rostropovich, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
The Nutcracker, Op. 71, TH.14 / Act 2: No. 12e Character Dances: Dance of the Reed PipesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Prologue: Introduction. The Lilac FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Prologue: No. 1, March. Entrance of King and CourtPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Prologue: No. 2, Dancing Scene. Entrance of the FairiesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Prologue: No. 3, Pas de six: Intrada – Adagio. Allegro vivo – Variations 1-6 – CodaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act II: No. 12, Scene. Moderato – Dance of the Duchesses – Dance of the Baronesses – Dance of the Countesses – Dance of the MarchionessesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act II: No. 13, Farandole: a. Scene – b. DancePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act II: No. 14, Scene. Arrival of HuntsmenPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act II: No. 15, Pas d'action: a. Scene of Aurora and Désiré – b. Aurora's Variation – c. CodaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Sergei Roldugin, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act III: No. 23, Pas de quatre: Intrada. Allegro non tanto – Variations 1-4 – CodaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act III: No. 24, Pas de caractère. Puss in Boots and the White CatPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act III: No. 25, Pas de quatre: Adagio – Variations 1-2 – CodaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act III: No. 26, Pas de caractère. Red Riding Hood – Cinderella and Prince FortunéPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act III: No. 27, Pas berrichonPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act III: No. 28, Pas de deux: Aurora and Prince Desiré – Intrada – Adagio – Variations 1-2 – CodaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 3: 25c. Pas de quatre: Variation II (Bluebird and Florisse)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Uri Zagorodniuk, Sergei Roldugin, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 3: 26. Pas de caractère (Red Riding Hood)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Uri Zagorodniuk, Sergei Roldugin, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 3: 28c. Pas de deux: Variation I (Prince)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Uri Zagorodniuk, Sergei Roldugin, Valery Gergiev
Serenade for Strings in C, Op. 48: 1. Pezzo in forma di sonatina: Andante non troppo - Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Berliner Philharmoniker, Semyon Bychkov
Pique Dame (Pikovaya Dama), Op. 68, TH.10 / Act 2: Dance of the Shepherds and ShepherdessesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13 / Act 2: 15 b/c: Variation d' Aurore - Coda - EditPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Sergei Roldugin, Valery Gergiev
The Sleeping Beauty, Suite, Op. 66a, TH 234: Panorama (andantino)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Wiener Philharmoniker, James Levine
Souvenir d'un lieu cher, Op. 42, TH.116: III. Mélodie (Transcr. Arnold)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nobuko Imai, Roland Pöntinen
The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, TH.13: Pas de caractèrePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Katia Labèque, Marielle Labèque
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