Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 1. IntroductionSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 2. PeterSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 3. The BirdSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 4. The DuckSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 5. The CatSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 6. GrandfatherSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 7. The WolfSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 8. RiflesSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 9. Peter goes out into the meadowSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 10. On a branch sat a little birdSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 11. A duck came waddling alongSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 12. Suddenly, Peter noticed a catSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 13. Peter's grandfather came outSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 14. A big grey wolfSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 15. The cat climbed up the treeSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 16. The duck climbed out of the pondSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 17. This is how things stoodSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 18. Peter ran home and took a strong ropeSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 19. Bird, fly down and circle the wolf's headSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 20. Peter made a lassoSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 21. Just then, some hunters came out of the woodsSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 22. Don't shoot...let's take him to the zooSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 23. A triumphant processionSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Peter and the wolf, Op. 67 - Narration in English: 24. The duck is alive in the wolfSergei Prokofiev, Peter Ustinov, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 1. Introduction and Royal March of the LionCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 2. Cocks and HensCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 3. Wild AssesCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 4. TortoisesCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 5. The ElephantCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 6. KangaroosCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 7. The AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 8. Personages with long earsCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 9. The Cuckoo in the WoodCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 10. The AviaryCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 11. PianistsCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 12. FossilsCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 13. The SwanCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Le Carnaval des Animaux - Arr. piano duet and orchestra: 14. The FinaleCamille Saint-Saëns, Nicholas Walker, Laura O'Gorman, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Toy Symphony in G: 1. AllegroLeopold Mozart, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Toy Symphony in G: 2. MenuettoLeopold Mozart, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Toy Symphony in G: 3. AllegroLeopold Mozart, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philip Ellis
Immerse yourself in a captivating journey through the enchanting world of classical music with Peter Ustinov's "Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf / Saint-Saens: Carnival of the Animals." This delightful album, released on January 1, 1997, under the Decca (UMO) label, offers a unique blend of storytelling and music that will captivate both children and adults alike.
The album begins with Sergei Prokofiev's timeless classic, "Peter and the Wolf," narrated by the renowned actor Peter Ustinov. This symphonic fairy tale, composed in 1936, is a charming and educational piece that introduces listeners to various instruments of the orchestra through the story of a young boy named Peter and his encounters with different animals. Ustinov's engaging narration brings the tale to life, making it an enjoyable experience for all ages.
Following "Peter and the Wolf," the album transitions into Camille Saint-Saens' "Carnival of the Animals," a delightful suite of musical portraits of various animals. Arranged for piano duet and orchestra, this whimsical composition showcases the playful and imaginative side of Saint-Saens' genius. Each movement, from the majestic "Royal March of the Lion" to the graceful "Swan," offers a unique musical interpretation of the animal kingdom.
The album concludes with the lively "Toy Symphony in G," a charming and playful piece that evokes the joy and wonder of childhood. This symphony, with its allegro and menuetto movements, is the perfect finale to an album filled with enchanting melodies and captivating stories.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 2 minutes, "Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf / Saint-Saens: Carnival of the Animals" is a delightful addition to any classical music collection. Peter Ustinov's narration and the exquisite performances by the orchestra and piano duet make this album a true gem that will be cherished by listeners of all ages.
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