Yuri Temirkanov at the BBC Proms: Berlioz & Tchaikovsky DVD

UPC: 5060244550650

Product Features

• Conductor: Yuri Temirkanov
• Orchestra: St Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra
• Composer:Recording Location: Royal Albert Hall, BBC Proms, London
  • Hector Berlioz: Le Corsaire, Overture, Op. 21
  • Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony in B minor, Op. 58
  • Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Pas de Deux No.14 (Act II)
  • Edward Elgar: Enigma Variations, Op. 36 (Nimrod - Adagio)
  • Sergey Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet Suite No.1, Op. 64bis (VII: Death of Tybalt)
• Recording Date: August 26, 1992
• Run Time: 72 minutes
• Region: NTSC, region-free (compatible with modern PAL systems)
• Audio: LPCM Stereo
• Format: DVD, 4:3 picture format
• Publisher: ICA Classics, 2012

Overview

This historic first DVD release from ICA Classics captures the captivating energy of Yuri Temirkanov conducting the St Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra at the BBC Proms. With his profound connection to Russian music, Temirkanov leads the orchestra in an emotionally stirring performance that includes Tchaikovsky's Manfred Symphony, Berlioz’s Le Corsaire, and three stunning encores.

Particularly notable is Temirkanov's interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony. While making several key cuts, including omitting the organ chorale in the finale, the performance remains cohesive and powerful. The concert also features Tchaikovsky’s beloved Pas de Deux from The Nutcracker, Elgar's soulful "Nimrod" from Enigma Variations, and Prokofiev’s dramatic Death of Tybalt from Romeo and Juliet.

Temirkanov’s commanding presence, paired with the outstanding musicianship of the St Petersburg Philharmonic, results in an unforgettable live performance, warmly received by the Proms audience.

Interesting Facts

• This is the first DVD release of the 1992 BBC Proms concert featuring Yuri Temirkanov and the St Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra.
• David Nice, a well-known classical music critic, hailed Temirkanov’s conducting as “creative conducting at its greatest,” particularly praising the emotional depth he brings to Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony.
• The DVD preserves rare archival footage, meticulously restored, offering a rare opportunity to witness this live performance.
• Temirkanov made significant cuts to the third movement and the finale of Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony, yet his overall vision makes for a cohesive and compelling rendition.
• This DVD release includes three memorable encores, showcasing Temirkanov’s versatility in conducting works from Tchaikovsky, Elgar, and Prokofiev.

Track Listing

1. Berlioz – Le Corsaire, Overture, Op. 21 (9:13)
2. Tchaikovsky – Manfred Symphony in B minor, Op. 58:Encore: Tchaikovsky – The Nutcracker, Pas de Deux, No.14, Act II (5:47)
   • I. Lento lugubre (47:44)
4. Encore: Elgar – Enigma Variations, Op. 36: "Nimrod" (Adagio) (5:24)
5. Encore: Prokofiev – Romeo and Juliet Suite No.1, Op. 64bis: VII Death of Tybalt (4:00)

Publishers

• Published by: ICA Classics
• DVD Design and Development: Johannes Mutter, msm-studios GmbH
• Produced by: BBC, under license to International Classical Artists

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