Rimsky-Korsakov: Orchestral Works

Posted by admin on May 19, 2012 Comments Off

Rimsky-Korsakov: Orchestral Works
Fantasy and folklore are the subject of this 2cd collection of orchestral pieces by rimsky-korsakov recorded between 1953 and 1963 by the suisse romande orchestra and ernest ansermet. We encounter antar, disillusioned son of a slave who rises to become a bedouin chief and dies in the arms of a fairy queen. We meet a tsarina consigned to sea in a barrel with her son who transforms himself into a bumblebee; a witch who steals the moon; and a maiden who is immune from the power of the sun, thanks to her father, winter, who is enemy of the sun! Antar represents decca’s first stereo recording and the booklet note includes an account of the making of this seminal document. The thrilling sound in many of the recordings is complemented by conducting of swiftness and astuteness, and above all, plenty of colour.

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Capriccio Espagnol and Other Concert Favorites in Full Score

Posted by admin on March 24, 2012 Comments Off

Capriccio Espagnol and Other Concert Favorites in Full Score

Full of atmospheric suggestion and luminous tone-painting, Rimsky-Korsakov’s orchestration appears at its very best with these concert favorites: Capriccio Espagnol, Op. 34, a lively piece based on Spanish gypsy airs and fandangos; the “Russian Easter Festival” Overture, Op. 36; and “Dance of the Buffoons,” from the opera Snow Maiden. Authoritative early scores. Notes.

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Rimsky-Korsakov – The Tsar’s Bride: The Classic Motion Picture With The Bolshoi Opera

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Rimsky-Korsakov - The Tsars Bride: The Classic Motion Picture With The Bolshoi Opera
THE TSAR S BRIDE was composed by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov in 1899. It tells the story of a beautiful young girl who is chosen – quite against her will by Tsar Ivan the Terrible to be his bride. The actors, singers and musicians of the Bolshoi Opera & Theatre star in this motion picture, which is sung in Russian with English subtitles. Upon its original theatrical release, the New York Times acclaimed the Rimsky-Korsakov score as one which surges and soars, magnificently voiced by the grand old Bolshoi.

CAST
Martha: Raissa Nedashkovskaya (Sung by Galina Oleinichenko)
Liubasha: Natalya Rudnaya (Sung by Larisa Avdeyeva)
Gryaznoi: Otar Koberidze (Sung by Yevgeni Kibkalo)
Ivan The Terrible: Pyotr Glebov

CREDITS
Director Vladimir Gorikker
Producer Vladimir Gorikker
Screenplay Andrei Donatov, Vladimir Gorikker
Cinematography Vadim Mass
Music Rimsky Korsakov
Based on a drama by Lev Mei
Orchestra and Choir of the Bolshoi Theatre; Conductor Yevgeni Svetlanov

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Trombone Concerto – Trombone Sheet Music

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Trombone Concerto - Trombone Sheet Music

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Scheherazade, Op. 35 (Dover Miniature Scores)

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Scheherazade, Op. 35 (Dover Miniature Scores)

Composed in 1888 by a Russian master of orchestration and luminous tone-painting, this shimmering, evocative musical treatment of the legend of the storytelling sultana is imbued with exotic Near Eastern moods and the subtle flavor of Russian folk music.A beloved symphonic composition.

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Rimsky-Korsakov: Overture and Suites from the Operas

Posted by admin on January 17, 2012 Comments Off

Rimsky-Korsakov: Overture and Suites from the Operas

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Rimsky-Korsakov ; Sheherazade

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Rimsky-Korsakov ; Sheherazade
SHEHERAZADE – DVD Movie

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Scheherezade, Op. 35 Sheet Music

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Scheherezade, Op. 35 Sheet Music

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The Mighty Kuchka: Biographical Novel of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Member of the Russian Five of St. Petersburg

Posted by admin on December 28, 2011 Comments Off

The Mighty Kuchka: Biographical Novel of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Member of the Russian Five of St. Petersburg
” THE MIGHTY KUCHKA ” Teen prodigy NIKOLAI RIMSKY-KORSAKOV is brought by his piano teacher to the home of composer and music instructor MILI BALAKRIEV (antagonist) who recognizes the talent of the young man immediately. Mili’s quest is to intentionally deprive his pupils of the musical knowledge of Mozart, Beethoven, Bach and Europeans in order that his circle of composers would write pure Russian Music without outside influence. After a tour with the Russian Navy to New York City, Rio de Janerio a few Mediterranean ports, Nikolai returns to St. Petersburg as a mature Naval Officer and rejoins Mili’s circle of five composers which include MODEST MOUSSORGSKY, ALEXANDER BORODIN and CAESAR CUI. After awhile, Modest, Alexander and Nikolai realize they have been categorized as pupils by Mili and feel a certain coolness as they grow more independent. Nicolai has written his first two symphonies. Nikolai falls in love with NADEZHDA a talented pianist, they get married and travel to many romantic spots in Europe on their honeymoon. Nadezhda is a wonderful influence on Nikolai’s music. PETER TCHAIKOVSKI becomes their friend and visits the couple occasionally when in St. Petersburg. One day Nadezhda sees Nikolai in tears claiming “Everything I have composed is wrong!” “I have wasted my life with Mili Balakriev.” Nikolai realizes that he has been deprived of the knowledge of the European Masters. Nikolai feeling betrayed suffers a complete nervous breakdown. . .. Peter Tchaikovski credits Nadzhda with nursing Nikolai back to health. Now stronger than ever he completes more than 20 Operas. The Suites, Sheherazade, Easter Overture, Capriccio Espagnol are on repertoires around the world. Nikolai teaches his own group of pupils which include the younger ALEXANDER GLAZANOV and IGOR STRAVINSKY. See Other Books By This Author and when finished, Click here to return to www.JPRoach.org

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“Rimsky-Korsakov: The Complete Symphonies; Russian Easter Festival Overture; Capriccio Espagnol [Germany]“

Posted by admin on December 11, 2011 Comments Off

Rimsky-Korsakov: The Complete Symphonies; Russian Easter Festival Overture; Capriccio Espagnol [Germany]

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