Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Modest Mussorgsky with his renowned composition "Pictures at an Exhibition." This album, released on April 23, 2021, under Sony Classical, offers a stunning orchestral experience that showcases Mussorgsky's unique ability to paint vivid musical landscapes. The piece is a suite of ten movements, each depicting a different scene from an art exhibition, accompanied by a recurring "Promenade" theme that serves as a musical walk through the exhibition.
The album begins with the "Promenade," setting the stage for the journey ahead. It then transitions into a variety of moods and characters, from the eerie "Gnomus" to the graceful "Ballet of the Chickens Emerging from their Shells," and the lively "Ballet des poussins dans leur coques." The final movement, "The Great Gate of Kiev," is a grand and majestic conclusion to this musical tour.
In addition to "Pictures at an Exhibition," this album also features a remastered version of "Hopak from Sorochintsy Fair," a vibrant and energetic dance piece that adds a dynamic finale to the collection. With a total runtime of 28 minutes, this album is a concise yet powerful exploration of Mussorgsky's orchestral genius. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
This compilation (P) 2021 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Pictures at an Exhibition: I. PromenadeModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: II. GnomusModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: III. PromenadeModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: IV. Il vecchio castello (The Old Castle)Modest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: V. PromenadeModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: VI. TuileriesModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: VII. BydloModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: VIII. PromenadeModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: IX. Ballet des poussins dans leur coques (Ballet of the Chickens Emerging from their Shells)Modest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: X. Samuel Goldenberg & SchmuÿleModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: XI. Limoges - Le marché (The Market at Limoges)Modest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: XII. Catacombae - Sepulcrum romanumModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: XIII. Cum mortuis in lingua mortuaModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: XIV. The Hut on Chicken's Legs (Baba-Yaga)Modest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: XV. The Great Gate of KievModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
Hopak from Sorochintsy Fair - RemasteredModest Mussorgsky, Artur Rodzinski, New York Philharmonic
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