Description
Modest Mussorgsky - Boris Godunov (DVD)
UPC: 0807280723793
Product Features
- Opera: Boris Godunov
- Composer: Modest Mussorgsky
- Version: Original 1869 Version
- Libretto: Modest Mussorgsky, based on Alexander Pushkin's historical tragedy and Nikolai Karamzin's "History of the Russian State"
- Conductor: Sebastian Weigle
- Stage Director: Willy Decker
- Set & Costume Designer: John Farlaine
- Revival Director: Martin Gregor
- Lighting: David Finn
- Chorus Master: William Spaulding
- Assistant Conductor: Guerassim Voronkov
- Orchestra and Chorus: Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of the Gran Teatre del Liceu, Cor de Cambra del Palau de la Musica Catalana, Cor Vivaldi-IPSI-Petits Cantors de Catalunya
- Main Cast:Director for TV and Video: Xavi Bové
- Boris Godunov: Matti Salminen
- Fyodor: Brian Asawa
- Xenia: Marie Arnet
- Xenia's Nurse: Stefania Toczyska
- Prince Vassily Ivanovich Shuisky: Philip Langridge
- Andrei Shchelkalov: Albert Shagidullin
- Pimen: Eric Halfvarson
- The Pretender (Grigory): Pär Lindskog
- Varlaam: Anatoly Kotcherga
- Other roles: Zapata Mentxaka, Grigoriev Pittman-Jennings, Ferrer, Roldan Casanova, Ilari
- Production: Gran Teatre del Liceu 2004, Fundació del Gran Teatre del Liceu, Arthaus Musik
- Subtitles: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Catalan
- Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1
- Picture Format: 16:9
- Region Code: 0 (Region Free)
- Running Time: 152 minutes
- DVD: NTSC
Overview
Experience Modest Mussorgsky's powerful opera "Boris Godunov" in its original 1869 version, performed live at the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona. This production, conducted by Sebastian Weigle and directed by Willy Decker, features a distinguished cast led by Matti Salminen as Boris Godunov. The opera, based on Alexander Pushkin's historical tragedy and Nikolai Karamzin's "History of the Russian State," delves into the complexities of power, guilt, and destiny.
Interesting Facts
- Historical Source Material: The opera's libretto, written by Mussorgsky himself, draws from Pushkin's play and Karamzin's historical texts, providing a rich and nuanced portrayal of Russian history.
- Original 1869 Version: This version of "Boris Godunov" is notable for its raw intensity and adherence to Mussorgsky's initial vision, prior to revisions made for later productions.
- Acclaimed Performances: Matti Salminen's portrayal of Boris Godunov has been widely praised for its depth and emotional power, making this a must-watch for opera enthusiasts.
- Staging and Design: The production features the stunning set and costume designs of John Farlaine, bringing the historical and dramatic elements of the opera vividly to life.
PROGRAM:
- Scene 1: The Coronation Scene
- Scene 2: The Cell Scene with Pimen and Grigory
- Scene 3: The Inn Scene with Varlaam
- Scene 4: The Cathedral Scene
- Scene 5: Boris's Monologue
- Scene 6: The Council Scene
- Scene 7: The Death Scene
Publishers
- Label: Arthaus Musik
- Production: Gran Teatre del Liceu, Fundació del Gran Teatre del Liceu
- Sound Format: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1
- Picture Format: 16:9
- Region Code: 0
- Running Time: 152 mins
- DVD: NTSC
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