Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade, Op. 35 / LP Vinyl

LM 1732

Product Details

• Label: RCA Victor, Red Seal Records
• Catalog Number: LM 1732
• Format: Vinyl, Stereo
• Release: Recorded in England

Overview

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade, Op. 35, stands as a monumental work in the realm of symphonic suites, embodying the Russian composer's mastery of orchestration and storytelling. This performance, conducted by the legendary Leopold Stokowski with the Philharmonia Orchestra of London, captures the vibrant and exotic spirit of Rimsky-Korsakov's musical vision.

Inspired by the tales of One Thousand and One Nights, Scheherazade is a symphonic exploration of the captivating stories told by the Sultana Scheherazade to the Sultan, weaving through narrative landscapes that evoke the mysteries of the Orient. From the bustling streets of Bagdad to the perilous voyage across treacherous seas, Rimsky-Korsakov’s sweeping orchestral palette transports listeners into a world of enchanting drama.

Track Listing

Side 1

1. First Movement: The Sea and the Vessel of Sinbad
2. Second Movement: The Tale of the Prince Kalender

Side 2

1. Third Movement: The Young Prince and the Young Princess
2. Fourth Movement: Festival at Bagdad. The Sea. The Vessel Is Wrecked

Key Credits

• Conductor: Leopold Stokowski
• Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra of London
• Composer: Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
• Label: RCA Victor, Red Seal Records
• Recording Location: England
• Notes: By James Lyons

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