Description
Mariinsky Ballet: Jewels by George Balanchine (Blu-ray)
UPC: 822231851622
Product Features
- Title: Mariinsky Ballet: Jewels by George Balanchine
- Choreography: George Balanchine
- Featuring Dancers:Orchestra: Mariinsky Orchestra
- Ulyana Lopatkina
- Igor Zelensky
- Irina Golub
- Andrian Fadeyev
- Zhanna Ayupova
- Conductor: Tugan Sokhiev
- Artistic Director: Valery Gergiev
- Ballet Company: Mariinsky Ballet & Orchestra
- Bonus Material: Interview with Valery Gergiev
- Performance Venue: Mariinsky Theatre, St. Petersburg, Russia
- Date Recorded: April 2006
- Running Time: 92 minutes
- Video Format: 1080i HD, 16:9
- Audio Formats: Stereo 2.0 (Dolby Digital), Surround 5.1 (DTS HD Master Audio)
- Region Code: All regions (BD50)
Overview
Mariinsky Ballet: Jewels is a mesmerizing performance of George Balanchine’s "Jewels," a ballet in three acts representing three different eras of music and culture. Recorded live in April 2006 at the iconic Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, this production showcases the brilliance of Balanchine's choreography and the artistic excellence of the Mariinsky Ballet and Orchestra, under the direction of Valery Gergiev.
Inspired by the beauty of gemstones, each section of the ballet is tied to a specific musical and cultural theme. "Emeralds" is set to the music of Gabriel Fauré, evoking the elegance of French Romanticism. "Rubies," with music by Igor Stravinsky, captures the sharp, modern energy of America. Finally, "Diamonds" is set to Pyotr Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 3, reflecting the grandeur of Imperial Russia.
With stunning performances from Ulyana Lopatkina, Igor Zelensky, and other world-class dancers, this Blu-ray is a must-have for ballet enthusiasts. Additionally, the bonus feature includes an exclusive interview with the visionary conductor Valery Gergiev, offering insights into this remarkable production.
Interesting Facts
- George Balanchine, often referred to as the father of American ballet, premiered "Jewels" in 1967, the first full-length abstract ballet in history.
- The Mariinsky Ballet (formerly the Kirov Ballet) is one of the most prestigious ballet companies in the world, known for its strong classical traditions and its history of producing some of the greatest ballet dancers.
- Ulyana Lopatkina, one of the most celebrated ballerinas of her generation, performs in the "Diamonds" section, which is renowned for its technical precision and emotional depth.
- The choreography for "Rubies" reflects the playful and energetic style of Stravinsky’s music, while "Emeralds" offers a more lyrical and refined representation of ballet.
- Valery Gergiev has been the artistic director of the Mariinsky Theatre since 1988 and is known for his dynamic and powerful interpretations of both ballet and opera.
Track Listing
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Emeralds
- Music by Gabriel Fauré (from Pelléas et Mélisande and Shylock)
- Performed by Zhanna Ayupova, Denis Firsov, Daria Sukhorakova, and artists of the Mariinsky Ballet
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Rubies
- Music by Igor Stravinsky (Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra)
- Performed by Irina Golub, Andrian Fadeyev, Sofia Gumerova, and artists of the Mariinsky Ballet
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Diamonds
- Music by Pyotr Tchaikovsky (Symphony No. 3 in D major)
- Performed by Ulyana Lopatkina, Igor Zelensky, and artists of the Mariinsky Ballet
Publishers
- Mariinsky Label
- ORF (Austrian Broadcast Corporation)
- C Major Entertainment
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