Immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of Bedřich Smetana with this comprehensive collection, "Smetana: The Moldau & Other Masterpieces." Released on March 6, 2024, under Warner Classics, this album spans an impressive four hours and eighteen minutes, offering a deep dive into the compositions of one of classical music's most celebrated figures. The tracklist is a testament to Smetana's versatility and genius, featuring iconic works such as "The Moldau," the evocative "Má Vlast" cycle, and the lively polkas from "Memories of Bohemia." Fans of classical music will appreciate the inclusion of lesser-known gems like the "Bagatelles et impromptus" and the "Piano Trio in G Minor," showcasing Smetana's range and innovation. The album also highlights his operatic prowess with selections from "The Bartered Bride," "Dalibor," and "Libuše," providing a well-rounded exploration of his contributions to both orchestral and vocal music. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Smetana or a newcomer to his work, this collection promises a rewarding listening experience, brimming with the passion, energy, and melodic brilliance that define his legacy.
Smetana: Má Vlast: No. 2, The MoldauBedřich Smetana, Paavo Berglund, Staatskapelle Dresden
Smetana: Memories of Bohemia in the Form of Polkas, Op. 13: No. 1 in E MinorBedřich Smetana, András Schiff
Smetana: Memories of Bohemia in the Form of Polkas, Op. 13: No. 2 in E-Flat MajorBedřich Smetana, András Schiff
Smetana: String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From My Life": I. Allegro vivo appassionatoBedřich Smetana, Alban Berg Quartett
Smetana: String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From My Life": II. Allegro moderato à la PolkaBedřich Smetana, Alban Berg Quartett
Smetana: String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From My Life": III. Largo sostenutoBedřich Smetana, Alban Berg Quartett
Smetana: String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor "From My Life": IV. VivaceBedřich Smetana, Alban Berg Quartett
Smetana: The Bartered Bride: OvertureBedřich Smetana, Rudolf Kempe, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Smetana: The Bartered Bride, Act 1: PolkaBedřich Smetana, Rudolf Kempe, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Smetana: The Bartered Bride, Act 2: FuriantBedřich Smetana, Rudolf Kempe, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Smetana: The Bartered Bride, Act 3: Dance of the Comedians "Skočná"Bedřich Smetana, Rudolf Kempe, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Smetana: Má Vlast: No. 4, From Bohemia's Meadows and ForestsBedřich Smetana, André Cluytens, Wiener Philharmoniker
Smetana: Dalibor, Act 2: "Jak je mi?" (Milada)Bedřich Smetana, Lucia Popp, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester, Stefan Soltesz
Smetana: Bagatelles et impromptus: No. 7, L'amourBedřich Smetana, Georges Pludermacher
Smetana: 3 Poetic Polkas, Op. 8: No. 1 in E-Flat MajorBedřich Smetana, András Schiff
Smetana: 3 Poetic Polkas, Op. 8: No. 2 in G MinorBedřich Smetana, András Schiff
Smetana: 3 Poetic Polkas, Op. 8: No. 3 in A-Flat MajorBedřich Smetana, András Schiff
Smetana: Má Vlast: No. 5, TáborBedřich Smetana, London Classical Players, Sir Roger Norrington
Smetana: Piano Trio in G Minor, Op. 15: I. Moderato assaiBedřich Smetana, Trio Fontenay
Smetana: Piano Trio in G Minor, Op. 15: II. Allegro, ma non agitatoBedřich Smetana, Trio Fontenay
Smetana: Piano Trio in G Minor, Op. 15: III. Finale. PrestoBedřich Smetana, Trio Fontenay
Smetana: Die verkaufte Braut, Act 1: "Gern ja will ich dir Vertrauen" (Marie)Bedřich Smetana, Wilhelm Schüchter, Erna Berger, Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie
Smetana: Die verkaufte Braut, Act 3: "Nein, Nein, Nein! Es ist erlogen!" - "Noch ein Weilchen, Marie" (Kruschina, Kathinka, Marie, Kezal, Micha, Agnes, Hans)Bedřich Smetana, Wilhelm Schüchter, Christa Ludwig, Erna Berger, Gottlob Frick, Hans-Heinz Nissen, Marga Höffgen, Rudolf Schock, Theodor Schlott, Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie
Smetana: Die verkaufte Braut, Act 3: "Das Brautpaar soll Leben!" (Chor, Hans, Agnes, Micha, Kezal, Kruschina, Kathinka)Bedřich Smetana, Wilhelm Schüchter, Chor des Landestheaters Hannover, Christa Ludwig, Gottlob Frick, Hans-Heinz Nissen, Marga Höffgen, Rudolf Schock, Theodor Schlott, Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie
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