Dive into the captivating world of Modest Mussorgsky with his album "Mussorgsky: Unorthodox Music," released on October 15, 2021, under AVIE Records. This orchestral and classical masterpiece spans a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Mussorgsky's unique musical genius.
The album features a diverse range of tracks, from the hauntingly beautiful "Memories of Childhood" and the playful "The Nursery" series to the energetic "Hopak of the Merry Young Ukrainians" and the introspective "Night." Each piece is a testament to Mussorgsky's ability to evoke deep emotions and vivid imagery through his music.
Among the highlights are the dramatic "Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum Mortuis in Lingua Mortua," the melancholic "Sunless: I. Within Four Walls," and the lively "Songs and Dances of Death: III. Trepak." The album also includes the enchanting "Album Leaf: Méditation" and the reflective "Rêverie," demonstrating Mussorgsky's versatility and depth as a composer.
Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Mussorgsky: Unorthodox Music" offers a compelling journey through the mind of one of the most innovative composers of the 19th century. Immerse yourself in the rich orchestrations and emotional depth of Mussorgsky's compositions, and discover why his music continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
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Tracks
The Goat (A Society Tale)Modest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Memories of Childhood: I. Nanny and IModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: I. With NannyModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: II. In the CornerModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Memories of Childhood: II. Nanny Locks Me in a Dark CupboardModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: IV. With the DollModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
The Nursery: VI. Hobby HorseModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Porte-enseigne PolkaModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
DesireModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Impromptu-passionnéModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
From my tearsModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Hopak of the Merry Young UkrainiansModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
NightModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
HopakModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Oh, How Your Eyes Look At Me SometimesModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Oh, You Drunken Sot!Modest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Intermezzo in modo classicoModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
Songs and Dances of Death: III. TrepakModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Album Leaf: MéditationModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
The Leaves Rustled SoftlyModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum Mortuis in Lingua MortuaModest Mussorgsky, Christopher Glynn
Sunless: I. Within Four WallsModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn
Sunless: VI. On the RiverModest Mussorgsky, Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn