Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Nikolai Tcherepnin's orchestral masterpiece with this captivating album, released on June 5, 2020, by CPO. The album features the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Ćukasz Borowicz, delivering a mesmerizing performance of Tcherepnin's Prelude to "La princesse lointaine", Op. 4, and the full ballet suite Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40.
Spanning a duration of 56 minutes, this album is a journey through the lush, romantic soundscapes of early 20th-century Russian music. The Prelude to "La princesse lointaine", Op. 4, opens the album with a captivating overture, setting the stage for the enchanting tale of Narcisse et Echo that follows.
The ballet suite Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40, is a vivid musical narrative inspired by the ancient Greek myth of Narcissus and Echo. Through 31 distinct tracks, Tcherepnin masterfully depicts the story's dramatic arc, from the awakening of the fauns and sylvans to the tragic fate of Narcissus and Echo. Each movement is a testament to Tcherepnin's exceptional orchestration skills, with rich harmonies and evocative melodies that bring the myth to life.
This album is a must-listen for fans of classical music, particularly those interested in the romantic and post-romantic periods. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the work of Nikolai Tcherepnin, a fascinating Russian composer whose music is less known but equally deserving of attention. The Bamberg Symphony Orchestra's performance is a triumph, capturing the essence of Tcherepnin's compositions with precision and passion. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Prelude to "La princesse lointaine", Op. 4Nikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 3, Les autres se levent et se rendent aux jeux et aux danses joyeuses, accimpagnes de fluteNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 10, Entree et danse de Narcisse poursuivi par deux Nymphes amoureusesNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 11, Les Nymphes amoureuses et les Beotiens, a leur tour, enchantes de Narcisse, le supplient de continuer sa danseNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 12, Danse de NarcisseNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 13, Narcisse s'arrete, pour admirer Echo qui arrive, eprise elle meme de NarcisseNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 15, Narcisse se sent vaincu par la grace d'EchoNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz, Almut Cech, Beate Gartner, Masako Goda, Diana Fischer, Annette MĂŒhlhans, Konstanze Preuss, Claudia Ulbrich, Saskia van Steen, Ute Feuerecker, Silvia Mödden, Merit Ostermann, Kerstin Rosenfeldt, Mayumi Takagi, Gisela Uhlmann-Zöbeley, Lorenz Fehenberger, Q-Won Han, Alexander Moritz, Moon Yung Oh, Klaus Steppberger, Taro Takagi
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 16, Alors les Nymphes jalouses racontent a Narcisse le defaut d'EchoNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 20, Voix de Narcisse eloigneeNikolai Tcherepnin, Moon Yung Oh, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 21, Echo est abandonneeNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 22, Puisse l'amour s'allumer dans son coeur et puisse-t-il ne jamais posseder l'objet de sa flammeNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 23, Le jour commence a baisserNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 24, Il descend vers le bassin, et s'incline sur l'eauNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 25, Il veut seduire son image et danse devant elleNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
Narcisse et Echo, Op. 40: No. 26, Il s'incline sur l'eau pour continuer sa contemplationNikolai Tcherepnin, Bamberg Symphony, Ćukasz Borowicz
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