Szymanowski: Symphony No. 3 "The Song of the Night" & Symphony No. 4 "Concertante" – First DVD Release

UPC: 5060244550179

Product Features

• Title: Szymanowski: Symphony No. 3 "The Song of the Night" & Symphony No. 4 "Concertante"
• Composer: Karol Szymanowski (1882-1937)
• Conductor: Antoni Wit
• Orchestra & Choir: Warsaw Philharmonic, The National Orchestra & Choir of Poland
• Featured Artists:
  • Tenor: Rafał Bartmiński
  • Piano: Jan Krzysztof Broja
• Recorded Performance:Format: DVD, NTSC, All Regions
  • Venue: Warsaw Philharmonic Hall, Warsaw, Poland
  • Date: 19 November 2009
• Running Time: 55 minutes, 5 seconds
• Sound: LPCM Stereo, DTS 5.1 Surround
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Label: ICA Classics
• Release Year: 2011

Overview

This ICA Classics Live DVD presents two monumental works by Karol Szymanowski, performed by the Warsaw Philharmonic under the baton of Antoni Wit, one of Poland’s most revered conductors. These live performances, filmed at the Warsaw Philharmonic Hall in 2009, showcase Wit's exceptional conducting and his deep understanding of Szymanowski’s music, both of which are celebrated internationally.

Symphony No. 3 "The Song of the Night", for tenor, chorus, and orchestra, is a lyrical and mystical work based on a Persian poem by Rumi. It features soaring vocal lines and rich orchestral textures, with Rafał Bartmiński providing a captivating performance as the tenor soloist. This symphony captures Szymanowski’s fascination with Eastern mysticism and sensuality, and it is widely regarded as one of his most important works.

Symphony No. 4 "Concertante", written for piano and orchestra, is a vibrant and dynamic piece that showcases both orchestral grandeur and virtuosic piano passages. Pianist Jan Krzysztof Broja delivers an outstanding performance, combining technical brilliance with expressive depth.

This DVD, featuring superb DTS 5.1 surround sound, offers a rare opportunity to experience these works as performed by one of Poland’s leading orchestras in their home venue. It is an essential release for fans of Szymanowski and lovers of 20th-century symphonic music.

Repertoire

• Karol Szymanowski:
  • Symphony No. 3 "The Song of the Night", Op. 27
    • Running Time: 26 minutes, 23 seconds
    • Tenor: Rafał Bartmiński
  • Symphony No. 4 "Concertante", Op. 60
    • Running Time: 28 minutes, 41 seconds
    • Piano: Jan Krzysztof Broja

Interesting Facts

• Symphony No. 3 "The Song of the Night" is one of Szymanowski’s most atmospheric works, blending lush orchestration with mystical poetry, and is considered a masterpiece of 20th-century symphonic literature.
• Symphony No. 4 "Concertante" reflects Szymanowski’s later style, showcasing influences from Chopin and Ravel, and offering a balance between virtuosity and orchestral richness.
• Antoni Wit, one of the most highly respected Polish conductors, was the principal conductor of the Warsaw Philharmonic from 2002 to 2013, leading them through numerous acclaimed recordings and performances.

Publishers

• Label: ICA Classics
• Produced by: The Warsaw Philharmonic Foundation and The National Audiovisual Institute
• Licensed by: International Classical Artists Ltd

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