Shostakovich: Symphony No 11 - Mstislav Rostropovich, London Symphony Orchestra / LSO Live Hybrid Disc 2004 / LSO0535

UPC 822231103523

• Label: LSO Live – LSO0535
• Format: Hybrid Disc, Multichannel
• Country: US
• Released: November 2004
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Modern

Overview

Experience the intense emotional power of Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony No. 11 in G Minor, Op. 103 "1905" with this 2004 recording by the London Symphony Orchestra under the masterful direction of Mstislav Rostropovich. Released on the LSO Live label, this Hybrid Disc offers stunning multichannel sound, immersing you in the dramatic landscape of Shostakovich's work. The symphony, subtitled "1905," is a poignant reflection on the events of the 1905 Russian Revolution, with each movement vividly portraying the tragedy and turmoil of the time.

Interesting Facts

• Mstislav Rostropovich, a close friend of Shostakovich, was not only a legendary cellist but also a highly respected conductor known for his deep interpretations of Russian music.
• Shostakovich's Symphony No. 11, often described as a film score without a film, was composed to commemorate the events of the 1905 Russian Revolution, specifically "Bloody Sunday," where peaceful demonstrators were massacred by the Tsar's troops.
• The symphony's four movements – "Palace Square," "9 January," "In memoriam," and "Tocsin" – are continuous, with each movement representing a different aspect of the 1905 Revolution.
• This release is a Hybrid SACD (Super Audio CD), which means it is compatible with both standard CD players and SACD players, offering high-resolution audio for enhanced listening.
• The LSO Live label is renowned for its high-quality recordings, capturing the live performance experience of the London Symphony Orchestra, one of the world's leading orchestras.

Track Listing

Symphony No. 11 in G Minor Op. 103 "1905" (1:12:24)

1. Palace Square: Adagio - 20:10
2. 9 January: Allegro - 21:27
3. In memoriam: Adagio - 13:27
4. Tocsin: Allegro non troppo - 17:20

Key Credits

• Composer: Dmitri Shostakovich
• Conductor: Mstislav Rostropovich
• Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra
• Producer: James Mallinson
• Balance Engineer & Editor: Tony Faulkner
• Liner Notes: Andrew Huth, Andrew Stewart
• Liner Notes Translations: Claire Delamarche (French), Anne Steeb & Bernd Müller (German)