Immerse yourself in the profound and captivating world of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky with this comprehensive collection, released on January 1, 2006, by Warner Classics International. Spanning an impressive 8 hours and 41 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of Tchaikovsky's most celebrated works, offering a deep dive into the composer's symphonic masterpieces and virtuosic piano concertos.
The collection features all six of Tchaikovsky's symphonies, from the evocative "Winter Daydreams" of Symphony No. 1 to the poignant and dramatic "Pathétique" of Symphony No. 6. Each symphony is a journey through Tchaikovsky's emotional landscape, showcasing his unparalleled ability to convey deep sentiment and drama through music.
In addition to the symphonies, the album includes Tchaikovsky's three piano concertos, each a showcase of technical brilliance and emotional depth. The Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23, is a staple of the piano repertoire, while the Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44, and the Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 75, offer further examples of Tchaikovsky's mastery of the form.
The collection also includes some of Tchaikovsky's most famous orchestral works, such as the dramatic "Romeo and Juliet" Fantasy Overture, the haunting "Francesca da Rimini," and the exhilarating "Mazeppa" Gopak. Ballets like "Swan Lake," "The Sleeping Beauty," and "The Nutcracker" are represented with their iconic waltzes, providing a glimpse into Tchaikovsky's ability to create enchanting and memorable melodies.
This album is a testament to Tchaikovsky's enduring legacy and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding exploration of one of the most influential composers in history.
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": I. Daydreams on a Winter Journey. Allegro tranquilloPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": II. Land of Gloom, Land of Mist. Adagio cantabile ma non tantoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": III. Scherzo. Allegro scherzando giocosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 1, Op. 13 "Winter Daydreams": IV. Finale. Andante lugubre - Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Francesca da Rimini, Op. 32Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": II. Andantino marziale, quasi moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 2, Op. 17 "Little Russian": IV. Finale. Moderato assai - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Romeo and Juliet, Fantasy OverturePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": I. Introduzione e AllegroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": II. Alla tedesca. Allegro moderato e semplicePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": III. Andante elegiacoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": IV. Scherzo. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 3, Op. 29 "Polish": V. Finale. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Mazeppa, Act 1, Scene 1: No. 4a, GopakPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Coronation March in D MajorPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: I. Andante sostenuto - Moderato con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: II. Andantino in modo di canzonaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: III. Scherzo. Pizzicato ostinato, allegroPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36: IV. Finale. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: I. Andante - Allegro con animaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: II. Andante cantabile, con alcuna licenzaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: III. Valse. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64: IV. Finale (Andante maestoso - Allegro vivace)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": I. Adagio - Allegro non troppoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": II. Allegro con graziaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": III. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": IV. Finale. Adagio lamentosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: I. Lento lugubrePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: II. Vivace con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: III. Andante con motoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58: IV. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: II. Andantino semplice - PrestissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Concert Fantasia in G Major, Op. 56: I. Quasi rondo. Andante mossoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Concert Fantasia in G Major, Op. 56: II. Contrastes. Andante cantabile - Molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44: I. Allegro brillante e molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44: II. Andante non troppoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44: III. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 75Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act III: No. 17, Entrance of the Guests and WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act 1: No. 2, WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 2: WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66, Act 1 "The Spell": No. 6, WaltzPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: Hamlet, Op. 67a, Act 2: Entr'actePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 1: No. 9, Waltz of the SnowflakesPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 13, Waltz of the FlowersPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 2: No. 15, Final Waltz and ApotheosisPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, New York Philharmonic
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