Dive into the rich tapestry of Russian choral music with Georgy Sviridov's "Choral Works," a masterful collection released in 1995. This album showcases the profound influence of traditional Russian Orthodox chant on Sviridov's compositions, offering a deeply immersive experience of his neoromantic style.
The album features 22 tracks, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, performed by the esteemed Moscow New Choir and Elena Rastvorova. It includes a variety of works, such as the evocative "Three Choruses from the music to Alexei K. Tolstoy's Drama 'Tsar Feodor Ioannovic'," the lyrical "Concerto for Chorus 'Pushkin's Garland'," and the reflective "Songs of Troubled Times." Each piece is a testament to Sviridov's mastery of choral composition, blending historical narrative with spiritual depth.
"Choral Works" is a celebration of Georgy Sviridov's enduring legacy, highlighting his contributions to Soviet and Russian classical music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of choral music or a curious explorer of new musical landscapes, this album offers a captivating journey through the heart of Russian musical tradition.
(C) 1995 Olympia Compact Discs Ltd
Tracks
Three Choruses from the music to Alexei K. Tolstoy`s Drama "Tsar Feodor Ioannovic": I. PrayerGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Three Choruses from the music to Alexei K. Tolstoy`s Drama "Tsar Feodor Ioannovic": II. Sacred LoveGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Three Choruses from the music to Alexei K. Tolstoy`s Drama "Tsar Feodor Ioannovic": III. Poem of RepentanceGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": I. A Winter`s MorningGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": II. A Ring for my SweetheartGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": III. To MaryGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": IV. The EchoGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": V. The Greek FeastGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": VI. Camphor and MusikGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": VII. Reveille is SoundedGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": VIII. NatashaGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": IX. Arise, o Timid OneGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Concerto for Chorus "Pushkin`s Garland": X. The White-Flanked MagpieGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Songs of Troubled Times: I. AutumnGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Songs of Troubled Times: II. The Bright FieldsGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Songs of Troubled Times: III. Spring and the WizardGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Songs of Troubled Times: IV. The IconGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Choral Cantata "Night Clouds": I. Night CloudsGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Choral Cantata "Night Clouds": II. On the Grenn BankGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Choral Cantata "Night Clouds": III. The Hands of the Clock are Nearing MidnightGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Choral Cantata "Night Clouds": IV. LoveGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
Choral Cantata "Night Clouds": V. The Puppet ShowGeorgy Sviridov, Moscow New Choir, Elena Rastvorova
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