Dive into the world of classical ballet with Igor Stravinsky's "Stravinsky Ballets," a captivating album released on March 25, 2022, by LSO Live. This orchestral masterpiece brings together three of Stravinsky's most iconic ballet scores: "The Firebird," "Petrushka," and "The Rite of Spring." Each piece is a testament to Stravinsky's innovative compositional style, blending neoclassical elements with traditional orchestral arrangements.
"The Firebird" opens the album with its enchanting tale of magic and adventure, followed by the whimsical and dramatic narrative of "Petrushka." The album concludes with "The Rite of Spring," a groundbreaking work that revolutionized modern music with its complex rhythms and primal energy. Spanning a total of 1 hour and 56 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through Stravinsky's ballet repertoire, showcasing his unparalleled ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotion through music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Stravinsky Ballets" offers an unforgettable listening experience that highlights the timeless brilliance of Igor Stravinsky's compositions.
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Tracks
The Firebird, K010: I. IntroductionIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: II. Premier tableau. Le jardin enchanté de KastcheiIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: III. Apparition de l'oiseau de feu poursuivi par Ivan TsarévitchIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: IV. Danse de l'oiseau de feuIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: V. Capture de l'oiseau de feu par Ivan Tsarévitch - Supplications de l'oiseau de feu - Apparition des treize princesses enchantéesIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: VI. Jeu des princesses avec les pommes d'orIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: VII. Brusque apparition d'Ivan Tsarévitch - Corovod (Ronde) des princesses - Lever du jourIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: VIII. Ivan Tsarévitch pénètre dans le palais de Kastchei - Carillon féérique - Arrivée de Kastchei - Dialogue - Intercession des princesses - Apparition de l'oiseau de feu - Danse de la suite de Kastchei enchantée par l'oiseau de feuIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: IX. Danse infernale de tous les sujets de KastcheiIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: X. Berceuse (L'oiseau de feu) - Réveil de Kastchei - Mort de Kastchei - Profondes ténèbresIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Firebird, K010: XI. Second tableau. Disparition du palais et des sortilèges de Kastchei, animation des chevaliers pétrifiés. Allégresse généraleIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 1: I. The Shrovetide Fair (Introduction)Igor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 1: II. The CrowdsIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 1: III. The Conjuring TrickIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 1: IV. Russian DanceIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 2: I. Petrushka's CellIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 3: I. The Moor's CellIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 3: II. Dance of the BallerinaIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 3: III. Waltz (The Ballerina and the Moor)Igor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 4: I. The Shrovetide Fair (towards evening)Igor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 4: II. Dance of the Wet-NursesIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 4: III. A Peasant Enters with a BearIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 4: IV. The Gypsy Girls DanceIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 4: V. Dance of the Coachmen and GroomsIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 4: VI. The Mummers (Masqueraders)Igor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Petruskha, K012 (Revised 1947), Scene 4: VII. Death of PetrushkaIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 1: Adoration of the Earth. IntroductionIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 1: The Augurs of Spring - Dances of the Young GirlsIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 1: Ritual of AbductionIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 1: Spring RoundsIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 1: Ritual of the Rival TribesIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 1: Procession of the Sage - The SageIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 1: Dance of the EarthIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 2: The Sacrifice. IntroductionIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 2: Mystic Circles of the Young GirlsIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 2: Glorification of the Chosen OneIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 2: Evocation of the AncestorsIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 2: Ritual Action of the AncestorsIgor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
The Rite of Spring, K015 (Revised 1947), Part 2: Sacrificial Dance (The Chosen One)Igor Stravinsky, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra