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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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  • Dmitry Shostakovich – Symphonies, Concertos, Piano Works, Chamber Music / Shostakovich, Celibidache Oistrakh, Cailin Quartet and moer / Documents 10x Audio CD, Box Set, Stereo, Mono / 233019 Dmitry Shostakovich – Symphonies, Concertos, Piano Works, Chamber Music / Shostakovich, Celibidache Oistrakh, Cailin Quartet and moer / Documents 10x Audio CD, Box Set, Stereo, Mono / 233019
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    Dmitry Shostakovich – Symphonies, Concertos, Piano Works, Chamber Music / Shostakovich, Celibidache Oistrakh, Cailin Quartet and moer / Documents 10x Audio CD, Box Set, Stereo, Mono / 233019

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    Dmitry Shostakovich – Symphonies, Concertos, Piano Works, Chamber Music / Shostakovich, Celibidache Oistrakh, Cailin Quartet and moer / Documents 10x Audio CD, Box Set, Stereo, Mono / 233019 UPC 4011222330192   Dmitri Dmitriyevich...
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  • D. Shostakovich / A. Honegger - Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra , Conductor Yevgeny Mravinsky – Symphony No. 6 / Symphony No. 3 / Russian Disc / 1992 LP VINYL СМ 02857-8 D. Shostakovich / A. Honegger - Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra , Conductor Yevgeny Mravinsky – Symphony No. 6 / Symphony No. 3 / Russian Disc / 1992 LP VINYL СМ 02857-8
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    D. Shostakovich / A. Honegger - Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra , Conductor Yevgeny Mravinsky – Symphony No. 6 / Symphony No. 3 / Russian Disc / 1992 LP VINYL СМ 02857-8

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    D. Shostakovich / A. Honegger - Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra , Conductor Yevgeny Mravinsky – Symphony No. 6 / Symphony No. 3 / Russian Disc / 1992 LP VINYL СМ 02857-8 UPC СМ 02857-8       Label: Russian...
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  • Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5: Symphony No. 9 - Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Digital Audio CD 1990 / CD-80215 Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5: Symphony No. 9 - Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Digital Audio CD 1990 / CD-80215
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    Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5: Symphony No. 9 - Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Digital Audio CD 1990 / CD-80215

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    Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5: Symphony No. 9 - Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Digital Audio CD 1990 / CD-80215 UPC 089408021527   The Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47, by Dmitri Shostakovich is a...
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  • Pieter Wispelwey (cello) - Dimitri Shostakovich: Concerto Nr. 2 In G Major For Cello And Orchestra, Op. 126; Benjamin Britten: Third Suite For Cello Solo, Op. 87 / Sinfonietta Cracovia / Channel Classics Audio CD 2008 / CCS SA 25308 Pieter Wispelwey (cello) - Dimitri Shostakovich: Concerto Nr. 2 In G Major For Cello And Orchestra, Op. 126; Benjamin Britten: Third Suite For Cello Solo, Op. 87 / Sinfonietta Cracovia / Channel Classics Audio CD 2008 / CCS SA 25308
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    Pieter Wispelwey (cello) - Dimitri Shostakovich: Concerto Nr. 2 In G Major For Cello And Orchestra, Op. 126; Benjamin Britten: Third Suite For Cello Solo, Op. 87 / Sinfonietta Cracovia / Channel Classics Audio CD 2008 / CCS SA 25308

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    Pieter Wispelwey (cello) - Dimitri Shostakovich: Concerto Nr. 2 In G Major For Cello And Orchestra, Op. 126; Benjamin Britten: Third Suite For Cello Solo, Op. 87 / Sinfonietta Cracovia / Channel Classics Audio CD 2008 / CCS SA...
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  • Shostakovich piano trio No.2 Piano Quintet Beaux Arts Trio Eugene Drucker Lawrence Dutton  Philips Audio CD 1991 Shostakovich piano trio No.2 Piano Quintet Beaux Arts Trio Eugene Drucker Lawrence Dutton  Philips Audio CD 1991
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    Shostakovich piano trio No.2 Piano Quintet Beaux Arts Trio Eugene Drucker Lawrence Dutton / Philips Audio CD 1991

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    Shostakovich piano trio No.2 Piano Quintet Beaux Arts Trio Eugene Drucker Lawrence Dutton / Philips Audio CD 1991 UPC 028943207928   Tracklist: Quintet in G minor, Op. 57 for piano, 2 violins, viola and cello 1. Predule(Lento - Poco piu mosso...
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  • 20th Century Violin Concertos - Shostakovich - Violin Concerto No.1; Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk - Suite / Vladimir Spivakov, James Conlon / Capriccio 2x SACD 2003 / 71 004 20th Century Violin Concertos - Shostakovich - Violin Concerto No.1; Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk - Suite / Vladimir Spivakov, James Conlon / Capriccio 2x SACD 2003 / 71 004
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    20th Century Violin Concertos - Shostakovich - Violin Concerto No.1; Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk - Suite / Vladimir Spivakov, James Conlon / Capriccio 2x SACD 2003 / 71 004

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    20th Century Violin Concertos - Shostakovich - Violin Concerto No.1; Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk - Suite / Vladimir Spivakov, James Conlon / Capriccio 2x SACD 2003 / 71 004 UPC 4006408710042   Dmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich (25 September [O.S...
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  • Shostakovich - Symphony No. 8 / Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Classics / Telarc Audio CD 1994 / CD-80291 Shostakovich - Symphony No. 8 / Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Classics / Telarc Audio CD 1994 / CD-80291
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    Shostakovich - Symphony No. 8 / Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Classics / Telarc Audio CD 1994 / CD-80291

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    Shostakovich - Symphony No. 8 / Yoel Levi, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Telarc Classics / Telarc Audio CD 1994 / CD-80291 UPC 089408029127   The Symphony No. 8 in C minor, Op. 65, by Dmitri Shostakovich was...
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  • Shostakovich – Hamlet Op. 32, Symphony No. 15 / Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev / PentaTone classics Audio CD 2009 / PTC 5186 331 Shostakovich – Hamlet Op. 32, Symphony No. 15 / Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev / PentaTone classics Audio CD 2009 / PTC 5186 331
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    Shostakovich – Hamlet Op. 32, Symphony No. 15 / Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev / PentaTone classics Audio CD 2009 / PTC 5186 331

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    Shostakovich – Hamlet Op. 32, Symphony No. 15 / Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev / PentaTone classics Audio CD 2009 / PTC 5186 331 UPC 827949033162   Dmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich (25 September [O.S. 12...
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  • Shostakovich - Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk / Galina Vishnevskaya, Nicolai Gedda, Dimiter Petkov, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, The London Philharmonic Orchestra, Mstislav Rostropovich / EMI 2x Audio CD 1990 Stereo / CDS 7 49955 2 Shostakovich - Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk / Galina Vishnevskaya, Nicolai Gedda, Dimiter Petkov, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, The London Philharmonic Orchestra, Mstislav Rostropovich / EMI 2x Audio CD 1990 Stereo / CDS 7 49955 2
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    Shostakovich - Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk / Galina Vishnevskaya, Nicolai Gedda, Dimiter Petkov, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, The London Philharmonic Orchestra, Mstislav Rostropovich / EMI 2x Audio CD 1990 Stereo / CDS 7 49955 2

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    Shostakovich - Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk / Galina Vishnevskaya, Nicolai Gedda, Dimiter Petkov, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, The London Philharmonic Orchestra, Mstislav Rostropovich / EMI 2x Audio CD 1990 Stereo / CDS 7 49955 2 UPC 077774995528   Lady...
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  • Dmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich – Complete Symphonies / Teldec 12x Audio CD 1997 / 0630-17046-2 Dmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich – Complete Symphonies / Teldec 12x Audio CD 1997 / 0630-17046-2
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    Dmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich – Complete Symphonies / Teldec 12x Audio CD 1997 / 0630-17046-2

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    Dmitri Shostakovich, Mstislav Rostropovich – Complete Symphonies / Teldec 12x Audio CD 1997 / 0630-17046-2 UPC 706301704622   Dmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich (25 September [O.S. 12 September] 1906 – 9 August 1975) was...
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  • Shostakovich – Chamber Symphony / Playingtime 59min. / The Rose Collection / Elap Audio CD 1998 / 44175CD Shostakovich – Chamber Symphony / Playingtime 59min. / The Rose Collection / Elap Audio CD 1998 / 44175CD
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    Shostakovich – Chamber Symphony / Playingtime 59min. / The Rose Collection / Elap Audio CD 1998 / 44175CD

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    Shostakovich – Chamber Symphony / Playingtime 59min. / The Rose Collection / Elap Audio CD 1998 / 44175CD UPC 5703185311484   Dmitri Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 8 in C minor, Op. 110, was written in three days (12–14 July 1960)...
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