Dive into the world of Dmitri Shostakovich with this captivating album, released on October 30, 2018, under The Fryderyk Chopin Institute label. This collection offers a rich blend of classical and chamber music, showcasing Shostakovich's mastery in composition.
The album features two of Shostakovich's notable works: the Concerto for Piano in C Minor, Op. 35, and the Symphony No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70. The concerto, performed with a trumpet and string orchestra, is a four-movement piece that begins with an "Allegro moderato" and concludes with a lively "Allegro con brio," including a bonus "Bis" section. The symphony, on the other hand, is a five-movement piece that opens with an "Allegro" and closes with an "Allegretto," offering a diverse range of tempos and moods.
With a total duration of 54 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Shostakovich's musical genius. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to impress and engage.
2017 Narodowy Instytut Fryderyka Chopina / The Fryderyk Chopin Institute2017 Narodowy Instytut Fryderyka Chopina / The Fryderyk Chopin Institute
Tracks
Concerto For Piano In C Minor, No.1, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Concerto For Piano In C Minor, No.1, Op. 35: II. LentoDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Concerto For Piano In C Minor, No.2, Op. 35: III. ModeratoDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Concerto For Piano In C Minor, No.1, Op. 35: IV. Allegro con brioDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Concerto For Piano In C Minor, No.1, Op. 35: IV. Allegro con brio - BisDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Symphony In E-Flat Major, No.9, Op. 70: I. AllegroDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Symphony In E-Flat Major, No.9, Op. 70: II. ModeratoDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Symphony In E-Flat Major, No.9, Op. 70: III. PrestoDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Symphony In E-Flat Major, No.9, Op. 70: IV. LargoDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky
Symphony In E-Flat Major, No.9, Op. 70: V. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Martha Argerich, Jakub Waszczeniuk, Sinfonia Varsovia, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky