Dive into the profound and introspective world of Alfred Schnittke with his captivating "Symphony No. 2: St. Florian." Released on December 1, 2015, under the CDK Music Classical label, this minimalist masterpiece spans six movements, each a unique exploration of sound and emotion. From the solemn "Kyrie" to the reflective "Agnus Dei," Schnittke's composition is a journey through the depths of human experience, set against the backdrop of a classical symphony. Clocking in at just under an hour, this album is a testament to Schnittke's ability to blend minimalist techniques with rich, symphonic textures. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, Schnittke's "Symphony No. 2: St. Florian" offers a compelling and thought-provoking listening experience.
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Symphony No. 2 "St. Florian": I. Kyrie. RezitandoAlfred Schnittke, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Elena Zolotova, Yuri Vishnyakov, Erik Kurmangaliev, USSR Ministry of Culture Chamber Choir, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Yuri Bogdanov
Symphony No. 2 "St. Florian": II. Gloria. MaestosoAlfred Schnittke, Yuri Bogdanov, Elena Zolotova, Yuri Vishnyakov, Erik Kurmangaliev, USSR Ministry of Culture Chamber Choir, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Gennady Rozhdestvensky
Symphony No. 2 "St. Florian": III. Credo. ModeratoAlfred Schnittke, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Elena Zolotova, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Erik Kurmangaliev, Yuri Bogdanov, Yuri Vishnyakov, USSR Ministry of Culture Chamber Choir
Symphony No. 2 "St. Florian": IV. Crucifixus. PesanteAlfred Schnittke, Yuri Vishnyakov, USSR Ministry of Culture Chamber Choir, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Elena Zolotova, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Erik Kurmangaliev, Yuri Bogdanov
Symphony No. 2 "St. Florian": V. AndanteAlfred Schnittke, USSR Ministry of Culture Chamber Choir, Elena Zolotova, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Erik Kurmangaliev, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Yuri Bogdanov, Yuri Vishnyakov
Symphony No. 2 "St. Florian": VI. Agnus Dei. AndanteAlfred Schnittke, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Erik Kurmangaliev, Yuri Vishnyakov, USSR Ministry of Culture Chamber Choir, Yuri Bogdanov, Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra, Elena Zolotova