Sergei Prokofiev's "Pedro y el lobo" is a captivating orchestral work that brings to life the classic tale of a young boy named Pedro and his encounter with a wolf. Composed in 1936, this "symphonic tale for children" is a masterful blend of storytelling and music, where each character is represented by a distinct musical theme played by different instruments. The album, released on August 21, 2020, by Pentatone, features the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande conducted by Kent Nagano, with Antonio Banderas as the narrator. The collaboration between these renowned artists brings a fresh and engaging interpretation to Prokofiev's timeless composition. Spanning just under 25 minutes, this album is a delightful journey through a musical narrative that has enchanted audiences for generations. The neoclassical and orchestral elements of the piece are beautifully highlighted, making it a perfect introduction to classical music for both children and adults.
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Tracks
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: I. IntroducciónSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: II. Pedro en el pradoSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: III. El pajaroSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: IV. Diálogo entre el pato y el gatoSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: V. El patoSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: VI. El gatoSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: VII. El abueloSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: VIII. El loboSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: IX. El lobo se traga al patoSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: X. El lobo acecha al pajaro y al gatoSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: XI. Pedro toma una cuerdaSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: XII. El pajaro distrae al loboSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: XIII. Pedro atrapa al loboSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: XIV. Los cazadores lleganSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas
Pedro y el lobo, Op. 67: XV. La procesion al zoologicoSergei Prokofiev, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Kent Nagano, Antonio Banderas