BORODIN Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3 // Overture from Prince Igor Ernest Ansermet, L’Orchestre de la Suisse Romande

Marek Koszur — Sat, 25 Jul 2020 18:39:51 +0000

Anyone believing in the old adage that science and the fine arts do not mix must rethink his ideas when he becomes acquainted with Alexandr Borodin’s biography and his music. The Russian professor of chemistry constantly stole time from his lectures in order to compose; it was musical elements and formulas rather than chemical ones that occupied him..Without a doubt, the Second Symphony in B minor best reflects Russian feeling and temperament. Its rather harsh and mechanical theme is contrasted first by a lively little song and later by a conciliatory second subject. Cheerful and soothing melodies are heard in ever new combinations until the main theme returns once again and the movement is brought to a powerful close. The Scherzo, with its throbbing horns, march rhythms and thrilling woodwinds, is equally electrifying. The contemplative Andante is followed by a highly explosive Finale based on two Russian dance melodies which are widely varied during the course of the music. .Both old and new friends of Russian symphonic music are highly recommended to experiment in their own „sitting-room laboratories“ with this musically and chemically pure vinyl pressing.

Artykuł BORODIN
Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3 // Overture from Prince Igor
Ernest Ansermet, L’Orchestre de la Suisse Romande pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.

DE FALLAThe Three-Cornered Hat Teresa Berganza, L’Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet

Marek Koszur — Sat, 25 Jul 2020 18:39:08 +0000

The very fact that Manuel de Falla composed his ballet El sombrero de tres picos (The Three-Cornered Hat) for the ambitious impresario Serge Diaghilev and his epoch-making Ballets Russes indicates the historical importance of this work. Although the Impressionistic character of the musical language reflects his studies with Debussy, the composer never once renounces his native origins. Overflowing with the thrilling rhythms and electrifying melodies of Spanish folkmusic, this work achieved worldwide popularity virtually overnight. As so often before in this genre, the Swiss conductor Ernest Ansermet proves once again in this DECCA recording that he is a power to be reckoned with. The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande executes the slightest nuance, the most exquisite of figures and gentlest lyrical tone with meticulous precision. Powerful rolls of thunder, the click of castanets, lively rhythms and rich sonority conjure up a picture of fiery Spanish temperament so tangibly before our eyes that any comment on the recording quality appears almost superfluous. In a nutshell: this record is, quite simply, incredibly good.

Artykuł DE FALLA
The Three-Cornered Hat
Teresa Berganza,
L’Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.

Ernest Ansermet - Cleartone

BORODIN Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3 // Overture from Prince Igor Ernest Ansermet, L’Orchestre de la Suisse Romande

DE FALLAThe Three-Cornered Hat Teresa Berganza, L’Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet