Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with Leopold Stokowski's "Thomson: Film Music; Stravinsky: L'Histoire du Soldat Suite," released on January 1, 2008, under the Vanguard Classics label. This captivating album spans a concise yet impactful duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, offering a blend of classical compositions that showcase Stokowski's masterful conducting and the timeless appeal of the genre.
The album is a journey through two distinct suites. The first half is dedicated to Virgil Thomson's film music, featuring excerpts from "The River" and "The Plow That Broke the Plains." These pieces evoke vivid imagery of the American landscape, from the serene beauty of the Mississippi Valley to the stark realities of soil erosion and floods. The second half of the album presents Igor Stravinsky's "L'Histoire du Soldat Suite," a narrative-driven suite that tells the story of a soldier's journey through various musical styles, including a tangop, waltz, ragtime, and more.
Leopold Stokowski, renowned for his innovative approach to classical music, brings these compositions to life with his distinctive style and deep musical insight. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling exploration of the power and versatility of orchestral music.
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Tracks
Suite From The River; The Old SouthVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The River; Industrial Expansion In The Mississippi ValleyVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The River; Soil Erosion And FloodsVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
FinaleVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The Plow That Broke The Plains: PreludeVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The Plow That Broke The Plains: Pastorale (Grass)Virgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The Plow That Broke The Plains: CattleVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The Plow That Broke The Plains: Blues (Speculation)Virgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The Plow That Broke The Plains: DroughtVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From The Plow That Broke The Plains: DevastationVirgil Thomson, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; The Soldier's MarchIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; Soldier At The BrookIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; PastoraleIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; The Royal MarchIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; The Little ConcertIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; The Three Dances; Tangop, Waltz, RagtimeIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; The Devil's DanceIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; The Great ChoraleIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
Suite From L'histoire Du Soldat; The Devil's Triumphal MarchIgor Stravinsky, Leopold Stokowski, The Symphony of the Airi
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