Igor Stravinsky: Le Sacre du Printemps / LP

SUA 10487

Product Details:

• Label: Supraphon – 50487
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Repress, Stereo
• Country: Czechoslovakia
• Released: 1976
• Genre: Classical

Overview

Le Sacre du Printemps (The Rite of Spring), composed by Igor Stravinsky, is a revolutionary masterpiece that redefined classical music and modern ballet. Premiering in Paris on May 29, 1913, the work sparked controversy and admiration for its unprecedented rhythmic complexity, dissonance, and raw power. Stravinsky's music vividly evokes the ancient pagan rituals of spring through a sonic palette of fierce energy and beauty.

This 1976 Supraphon stereo release features the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra under the masterful baton of Karel Ančerl. Recorded with exceptional precision, it brings out the intensity and textural richness of Stravinsky's orchestration, offering listeners an authentic and exhilarating experience.

The LP is adorned with a striking cover design by Božena Bruderhansová, with the front cover showcasing a painting by František Kupka. This release is a treasure for collectors and an essential addition for those who appreciate groundbreaking works of the 20th century.

Track Listing

Pictures of Pagan Russia in Two Parts

Part I: L'Adoration de la Terre (The Adoration of the Earth)

1. Introduction
2. Les Augures Printaniers (Harbingers of Spring)
3. Danses des Adolescentes (Dance of the Adolescents)
4. Jeu du Rapt (The Play of Capture)
5. Rondes Printanières (Spring Rounds)
6. Jeux des Cités Rivales (Games of Rival Tribes)
7. Cortège du Sage (Procession of the Sage)
8. Danse de la Terre (Dance of the Earth)

Part II: Le Sacrifice (The Sacrifice)

1. Introduction
2. Cercles Mystérieux des Adolescentes (Mystical Circles of the Adolescents)
3. Glorification de l’Élue (Glorification of the Elected Victim)
4. Evocation des Ancêtres (Evocation of the Ancestors)
5. Action Rituelle des Ancêtres (Ritual of the Ancestors)
6. Danse Sacrale (Sacred Dance of the Chosen One)

Key Credits

Performers:

• Czech Philharmonic Orchestra

Conductor:

• Karel Ančerl

Design:

• Cover: Božena Bruderhansová
• Front Cover Painting: František Kupka

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