Description
Mussorgsky, Ravel – Pictures at an Exhibition | Bartók – Concerto for Orchestra (Audio CD)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti – Decca Ovation (1988 Stereo, 417 754-2)
Product Information
- UPC: 028941775429
- Label: Decca – 417 754-2
- Series: Decca Ovation
- Format: CD, Album
- Country: UK & Europe
- Released: 1988
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Modern
- Performed by: Chicago Symphony Orchestra
- Conductor: Sir Georg Solti
Overview
This exceptional Decca Ovation box set brings together two monumental works in the classical modern repertoire. The first part of the CD features Modest Mussorgsky’s iconic Pictures at an Exhibition, masterfully orchestrated by Maurice Ravel. The performance captures the vivid imagery and dramatic contrasts of the original piano suite through a full orchestral palette, showcasing movements such as “Promenade – Gnomus” and “La Grande Porte De Kiev.”
The second part presents Béla Bartók’s dynamic Concerto for Orchestra, a piece renowned for its brilliant orchestration and intricate interplay among instrumental sections. Conducted by the legendary Sir Georg Solti, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra delivers a powerful and refined interpretation, taking the listener on a journey through movements ranging from the dramatic “I Introduzione” to the stirring “V Finale.”
Together, these works demonstrate the rich modern spirit of the early 20th century, reflecting both innovative compositional techniques and timeless emotional depth.
Product Features
- Dual Masterworks:
- Pictures at an Exhibition (33:36) by Modest Mussorgsky – Orchestrated by Maurice Ravel
- Concerto for Orchestra (35:29) by Béla Bartók
- Renowned Interpretations:
- The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Sir Georg Solti, brings historical gravitas and technical brilliance.
- High-Quality Audio:
- Presented in 1988 Stereo on a CD album, ensuring crisp sound and dynamic range.
- Iconic Recording:
- A landmark release from the Decca Ovation series, celebrated for its artistic production and detailed liner notes by Lionel Salter.
Interesting Facts
- Historical Significance:
- Pictures at an Exhibition was originally composed for piano by Mussorgsky and later transformed into a vivid orchestral spectacle by Maurice Ravel. The work remains one of the most frequently performed and recorded orchestral transcriptions in the classical repertoire.
- Bartók’s Vision:
- Concerto for Orchestra is often hailed as a tour de force of orchestral writing. It highlights Bartók’s deep understanding of instrumental color and structure, making it a staple of modern orchestral programming.
- Legendary Leadership:
- Sir Georg Solti’s conducting is renowned worldwide for its precision and emotional intensity, and his leadership on this recording further cements the performance’s status as a must-hear interpretation of these masterpieces.
Track Listing
Pictures at an Exhibition (33:36)
- Promenade - Gnomus – 4:09
- Promenade - Ill Vecchio Castello – 5:40
- Promenade - Tuileries – 1:32
- Bydlo - Promenade – 3:28
- Ballet Des Poussins Dans Leurs Coques – 1:12
- Samuel Goldenberg Und Schmuyle – 2:16
- Limoges: Le Marché – 1:21
- Catacombae - Cum Mortuis In Lingua Mortua – 4:09
- La Cabane Sur Des Pattes De Poule – 3:23
- La Grande Porte De Kiev – 6:24
Concerto for Orchestra (35:29)
- I Introduzione – 9:03
- II Presentando Le Coppie – 6:09
- III Elegia – 6:33
- IV Intermezzo Interroto – 4:04
- V Finale – 9:35
Credits
- Composers:Orchestration (Tracks 1–10): Maurice Ravel
- Modest Mussorgsky (Pictures at an Exhibition)
- Béla Bartók (Concerto for Orchestra)
- Conductor: Sir Georg Solti
- Orchestra: Chicago Symphony Orchestra
- Engineer: James Lock (selected tracks)
- Liner Notes: Lionel Salter
- Producer: James Mallinson
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