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Dmitri Shostakovich

Dmitri Shostakovich – The Voice of Soviet Music and a Master of Emotion

Dmitri Shostakovich (1906–1975) was a Russian composer and pianist, widely regarded as one of the most significant and complex figures in 20th-century classical music. His compositions mirror the political turmoil, oppression, and resilience of Soviet Russia, blending drama, irony, satire, and profound emotional depth. Shostakovich’s music served as both an artistic triumph and a coded response to the challenges he faced under Stalinist rule.

A Composer Under Soviet Rule

Shostakovich's career was shaped by Soviet censorship and state scrutiny. While some of his compositions were praised as patriotic masterpieces, others were condemned for their perceived anti-Soviet sentiments. He carefully balanced compliance with the regime and hidden defiance, crafting music that could be interpreted on multiple levels.

His Symphony No. 5 (1937) was publicly received as a grand statement of Soviet strength, but many believe it contains a veiled critique of Stalin’s oppressive regime. Similarly, his String Quartet No. 8 (1960), dedicated to the "victims of fascism and war," is often considered a deeply personal work reflecting his own suffering and struggles.

A Vast and Diverse Musical Legacy

Shostakovich was a prolific composer, producing:
 15 Symphonies – From the dramatic Symphony No. 5 to the chilling and defiant Symphony No. 10, his symphonies explore themes of struggle, war, and victory.
 15 String Quartets – A deeply personal collection filled with raw emotion, particularly String Quartet No. 8, a haunting self-portrait in music.
 Concertos – His Piano Concerto No. 2, with its vibrant and playful second movement, remains one of his most beloved works. His Violin and Cello Concertos showcase stunning virtuosity and deep introspection.
 Operas and Ballets – His opera Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk (1934) was initially a success but later condemned by the Soviet authorities. His ballet The Bolt reflects his satirical side.
 Film Scores – Shostakovich also composed for cinema, creating powerful soundtracks for Soviet films such as The Gadfly and Hamlet.

A Legacy of Defiance and Emotion

Shostakovich’s music remains one of the most powerful artistic chronicles of Soviet life, capturing the fear, oppression, hope, and resilience of an era. His ability to communicate profound messages through music, often concealed beneath layers of irony and symbolism, continues to fascinate audiences and musicians worldwide.

From thundering symphonies to deeply personal chamber music, Shostakovich’s works remain timeless, inspiring generations of listeners with their raw emotion, technical brilliance, and historical significance.

Explore the world of Dmitri Shostakovich, where music speaks louder than words, echoing the triumphs and tragedies of an unforgettable era.

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  • Shostakovich: Symphonies 3 "The First Of May" & 14 - Larissa Gogolewskaja, Sergei Aleksashkin, Symphonieorchester und Chor Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Mariss Jansons / EMI Classics Audio CD 2006 Stereo / 094635683028 Shostakovich: Symphonies 3 "The First Of May" & 14 - Larissa Gogolewskaja, Sergei Aleksashkin, Symphonieorchester und Chor Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Mariss Jansons / EMI Classics Audio CD 2006 Stereo / 094635683028
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    Shostakovich: Symphonies 3 "The First Of May" & 14 - Larissa Gogolewskaja, Sergei Aleksashkin, Symphonieorchester und Chor Des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Mariss Jansons / EMI Classics Audio CD 2006 Stereo UPC 094635683028   The Symphony No...
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  • Pushkin Romances: Cui, Dargomizhsky, Glinka, Medtner, Musorgsky, Rachmaninov, Rimsky-Korsakov, Rubinstein, Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, Vlasov - Joan Rodgers, Malcolm Martineau / Hyperion Audio CD / CDA67773 Pushkin Romances: Cui, Dargomizhsky, Glinka, Medtner, Musorgsky, Rachmaninov, Rimsky-Korsakov, Rubinstein, Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, Vlasov - Joan Rodgers, Malcolm Martineau / Hyperion Audio CD / CDA67773
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    Pushkin Romances: Cui, Dargomizhsky, Glinka, Medtner, Musorgsky, Rachmaninov, Rimsky-Korsakov, Rubinstein, Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, Vlasov - Joan Rodgers, Malcolm Martineau / Hyperion Audio CD / CDA67773

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    Pushkin Romances: Cui, Dargomizhsky, Glinka, Medtner, Musorgsky, Rachmaninov, Rimsky-Korsakov, Rubinstein, Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, Vlasov - Joan Rodgers, Malcolm Martineau / Hyperion Audio CD / CDA67773 UPC 034571177731   Label: Hyperion...
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  • Shostakovich: Complete String Quartets Vol. 5 - Sorrel Quartet / Chandos Audio CD 2004 / CHAN 10248 Shostakovich: Complete String Quartets Vol. 5 - Sorrel Quartet / Chandos Audio CD 2004 / CHAN 10248
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    Shostakovich: Complete String Quartets Vol. 5 - Sorrel Quartet / Chandos Audio CD 2004 / CHAN 10248 UPC 095115124826   Dmitri Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 5 in B-flat major, Op. 92, was composed in autumn 1952. It...
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  • Shostakovich - Symphony No. 9; Piano Concerto No. 1; The Adventures Of Korzinkina Suite; Two Choruses - Russian State Symphony Cappella, Russian State Symphony Orchestra, Valeri Polyansky / Chandos Audio CD 2006 / CHAN 10378 Shostakovich - Symphony No. 9; Piano Concerto No. 1; The Adventures Of Korzinkina Suite; Two Choruses - Russian State Symphony Cappella, Russian State Symphony Orchestra, Valeri Polyansky / Chandos Audio CD 2006 / CHAN 10378
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  • Shostakovich: Complete String Quartets Vol. 2 – Sorrel Quartet / Chandos Audio CD 2000 / CHAN 9769 Shostakovich: Complete String Quartets Vol. 2 – Sorrel Quartet / Chandos Audio CD 2000 / CHAN 9769
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    Shostakovich: Complete String Quartets Vol. 2 – Sorrel Quartet / Chandos Audio CD 2000 / CHAN 9769 UPC 095115976920   Dmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich (25 September [O.S. 12 September] 1906 – 9 August 1975)...
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  • Mieczysław Weinberg, Dmitri Shostakovich: Piano Trios - Dmitry Sitkovetsky (violin), David Geringas (cello), Jascha Nemtsov (piano) / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2005 / CD 98.491 Mieczysław Weinberg, Dmitri Shostakovich: Piano Trios - Dmitry Sitkovetsky (violin), David Geringas (cello), Jascha Nemtsov (piano) / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2005 / CD 98.491
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    Mieczysław Weinberg, Dmitri Shostakovich: Piano Trios - Dmitry Sitkovetsky (violin), David Geringas (cello), Jascha Nemtsov (piano) / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2005 / CD 98.491

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    Mieczysław Weinberg, Dmitri Shostakovich: Piano Trios - Dmitry Sitkovetsky (violin), David Geringas (cello), Jascha Nemtsov (piano) / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2005 / CD 98.491 UPC 4010276017226   Product Details Title: Mieczysław Weinberg,...
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  • Dmitri Shostakovich, Mieczysław Weinberg: Violin Sonatas - Kolja Blacher (violin), Jascha Nemtsov (piano) / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2007 / CD 93.190 Dmitri Shostakovich, Mieczysław Weinberg: Violin Sonatas - Kolja Blacher (violin), Jascha Nemtsov (piano) / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2007 / CD 93.190
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    Dmitri Shostakovich, Mieczysław Weinberg: Violin Sonatas - Kolja Blacher, Jascha Nemtsov

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    Dmitri Shostakovich, Mieczysław Weinberg: Violin Sonatas - Kolja Blacher (violin), Jascha Nemtsov (piano) / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2007 / CD 93.190 UPC 4010276019350   Mieczysław Weinberg (December 8, 1919 – February 26,...
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  • Shostakovich 4 - Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Bernard Haitink / CSO Resound Audio CD + DVD CD 2008 / CSOR 901 814 Shostakovich 4 - Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Bernard Haitink / CSO Resound Audio CD + DVD CD 2008 / CSOR 901 814
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    Shostakovich 4 - Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Bernard Haitink / CSO Resound Audio CD + DVD CD 2008 / CSOR 901 814 UPC 810449018142   Product Details Title: Shostakovich 4 - Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Bernard HaitinkFormat:...
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  • Shostakovich, Schnittke - Antoine Tamestit, Markus Hadulla, Warsaw Philharmonic, Dimitrij Kitaenko / Ambroisie Audio CD 2008 / AM 168 Shostakovich, Schnittke - Antoine Tamestit, Markus Hadulla, Warsaw Philharmonic, Dimitrij Kitaenko / Ambroisie Audio CD 2008 / AM 168
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    Shostakovich, Schnittke - Antoine Tamestit, Markus Hadulla, Warsaw Philharmonic, Dimitrij Kitaenko / Ambroisie Audio CD 2008 / AM 168

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    Shostakovich, Schnittke - Antoine Tamestit, Markus Hadulla, Warsaw Philharmonic, Dimitrij Kitaenko / Ambroisie Audio CD 2008 / AM 168 UPC 822186001684 Product Details Label: Ambroisie – AM...
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  • Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos. 1, 2 & 4 - Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 74321 40712 2 Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos. 1, 2 & 4 - Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 74321 40712 2
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    Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos. 1, 2 & 4 - Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 74321 40712 2

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  • Dmitri Shostakovich - String Quartet No. 3; Two Pieces For String Octet; Piano Quintet - Sviatoslav Richter, Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 / 74321 40713 2 Dmitri Shostakovich - String Quartet No. 3; Two Pieces For String Octet; Piano Quintet - Sviatoslav Richter, Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 / 74321 40713 2
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    Dmitri Shostakovich - String Quartet No. 3; Two Pieces For String Octet; Piano Quintet - Sviatoslav Richter, Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 / 74321 40713 2

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    Dmitri Shostakovich - String Quartet No. 3; Two Pieces For String Octet; Piano Quintet - Sviatoslav Richter, Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 / 74321 40713 2 UPC 743214071328 Product Details Label: Мелодия – 74321 40713 2 Format: CD,...
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  • Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos. 5, 6 & 7 - Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 74321 40714 2 Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos. 5, 6 & 7 - Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 74321 40714 2
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    Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos. 5, 6 & 7 - Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 74321 40714 2

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    Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartets Nos. 5, 6 & 7 - Borodin Quartet / Мелодия Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 74321 40714 2 UPC 743214071427 Product Details Label: Мелодия – 74321 40714 2 Format: CD Country: Europe Released: 1997 Genre:...
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