Immerse yourself in the rich, vibrant world of classical music with Modest Mussorgsky's "Ansermet In Russia." This captivating album, released on June 8, 2018, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd., is a testament to Mussorgsky's enduring legacy and his unique contribution to the orchestral repertoire. Spanning a concise yet impactful 56 minutes, the album is a journey through some of Mussorgsky's most celebrated works, performed with exquisite precision and passion.
The album opens with the dramatic overture from "Ruslan and Lyudmila," followed by the evocative "In the Steppes of Central Asia" and the haunting "A Night on the Bare Mountain." The centerpiece of the album is Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition," orchestrated by Maurice Ravel. This suite takes the listener on a vivid tour through a series of musical tableaux, each more vivid than the last. From the whimsical "Gnomus" to the majestic "The Great Gates of Kyiv," Ravel's orchestration brings out the full depth and color of Mussorgsky's original piano work.
The album concludes with the lively "March" from "The Love for Three Oranges," leaving the listener with a sense of exhilaration and wonder. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Ansermet In Russia" offers a compelling introduction to the world of Modest Mussorgsky, showcasing his unparalleled ability to paint vivid musical pictures and evoke a wide range of emotions.
Ruslan and Lyudmila - Act 1: OvertureMikhail Glinka, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Ernest Ansermet
In the Steppes of Central AsiaAlexander Borodin, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Ernest Ansermet
A Night on the Bare MountainModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 1Modest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): I. GnomusModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 2Modest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): II. Il castello vecchio "The Old Castle"Modest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 3Modest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): III. TuileriesModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): IV. Bydlo "The Oxcart"Modest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): Promenade 4Modest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): V. Ballet of the Chickens in Their ShellsModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): VI. Samuel Goldenberg and SchmuÿleModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): VII. The Market at LimogesModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): VIII. Catacombae "Sepulcrum romanum" – Cum mortuis in lingua mortuaModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): IX. The Hut on Fowl's Legs "Baba-Yaga"Modest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
Pictures at an Exhibition (Orch. Ravel): X. The Great Gates of KyivModest Mussorgsky, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
The Love for Three Oranges, Symphonic Suite, Op. 33 bis: 3. MarchSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet