Bartók Béla – The Miraculous Mandarin, Dance Suite & Hungarian Peasant Songs (Vinyl LP)

A Prestigious 1969 LP from the Bartók Béla Complete Edition – I. Orchestral Music 6

Product Information

• Title: Bartók Béla – The Miraculous Mandarin – Pantomime, Op. 19; Dance Suite; Hungarian Peasant Songs
• Label: Hungaroton – LPX 11319
• Series: Bartók Béla Complete Edition – I. Orchestral Music 6
• Format: Vinyl, LP
• Country: Hungary
• Released: 1969
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Neo-Classical

Overview

This landmark LP from 1969 presents three of Béla Bartók’s masterful orchestral compositions that highlight the composer’s unique synthesis of modern musical language with deep-rooted Hungarian folk traditions. The record includes:

• The Miraculous Mandarin – Pantomime, Op. 19:
  A one-act pantomime that unfolds with dramatic narrative intensity. Featuring the chorus of the Állami Operaház Énekkara under the leadership of Chorus Master Pless László, and with a libretto by Lengyel Menyhért, this work is renowned for its vivid depiction of a modern-day spectacle and its controversial, provocative imagery.

• Dance Suite:
  A dynamic suite comprising multiple movements—ranging in mood from the graceful Moderato and lively Allegro Molto to the calming Molto Tranquillo and a thrilling Finale (Allegro). This suite reveals Bartók’s ingenuity in reimagining the traditional dance form through his distinctive neo-classical lens.

• Hungarian Peasant Songs:
  A powerful selection that encapsulates the earthy spirit and rhythmic vitality of Hungarian folk music, drawing on the rich tradition of peasant melodies and dance.

Conducted by János Sándor, with the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra impeccably rendering Bartók’s intricate orchestral textures, this LP remains a celebrated example of mid-20th-century classical performance and recording artistry.

Product Features

Audio & Presentation Details

• Vinyl Quality:
  This original 1969 LP is pressed on high-quality vinyl, offering an authentic analog listening experience that captures the dynamic contrasts and the detailed orchestration characteristic of Bartók’s music.
• Artistic Packaging:
  The cover design by Győző Varga and the inclusion of detailed liner notes (with translations in English, German, and Russian) reflect the careful curation and scholarly importance of this release.

Musical and Artistic Highlights

• The Miraculous Mandarin – Pantomime, Op. 19:
  • A one-act pantomime with a powerful dramatic narrative.
  • Features the distinguished chorus of the Állami Operaház Énekkara and expertly directed choral passages.
• Dance Suite:
  • Comprises a series of contrasting movements (from Moderato to a vivacious Finale) that showcase Bartók’s innovative treatment of dance and rhythmic structure.
• Hungarian Peasant Songs:
  • A collection that channels the authenticity of Hungarian folk music, underlining the composer’s lifelong commitment to ethnomusicological research.

Interpretation & Historical Context

• Innovative Fusion:
  Bartók’s works on this LP represent his pioneering integration of traditional folk elements with modern orchestral techniques—a hallmark that has influenced generations.
• Performance Excellence:
  Led by conductor János Sándor, the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra delivers a performance noted for its clarity, energy, and deep understanding of Bartók’s artistic vision.

Track Listing

Side A

• A1 – The Miraculous Mandarin – Pantomime in One Act, Op. 19
  • Features:
    • Chorus: Állami Operaház Énekkara
    • Chorus Master: Pless László
    • Libretto by: Lengyel Menyhért

Side B

• B1 – Dance Suite
  Comprising multiple sections:B2 – Hungarian Peasant Songs
  • B1a: Moderato
  • B1b: Allegro Molto
  • B1c: Allegro Vivace
  • B1d: Molto Tranquillo
  • B1e: Comodo
  • B1f: Finale – Allegro

All pieces are composed by Béla Bartók.

Credits

• Composed by: Béla Bartók
• Conductor: János Sándor
• Orchestra: Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra
• Cover Design: Győző Varga
• Engineer: László Csintalan
• Liner Notes: Homolya IstvánPhotography (Cover – Béla Bartók): Kata Kálmán
  • Translated into English by Rosemarie Prockl
  • German translation by Imre Ormay
  • Russian translation by Л. Шаргина
• Producer: András Székely

Publishers

Released by Hungaroton, this 1969 LP is part of the esteemed Bartók Béla Complete Edition – I. Orchestral Music series, celebrating the enduring legacy of one of the 20th century’s greatest composers. This record is a valuable addition for collectors, enthusiasts, and scholars seeking to experience the innovative spirit and cultural significance of Bartók’s oeuvre.

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