Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Igor Stravinsky with the 1999 release "Stravinsky: Soldier's Tale / Dumbarton Oaks" on the Naxos label. This classical and neoclassical masterpiece, performed by a full orchestra, offers a rich and engaging journey through Stravinsky's distinctive musical landscape.
The album is a two-part composition, starting with "The Soldier's Tale," a narrative work that combines spoken text with orchestral music. The story unfolds through a series of vivid musical scenes, from the marching rhythms of "The Soldier's March" to the delicate beauty of "Airs by a Stream." The second part, "Dumbarton Oaks," showcases Stravinsky's mastery of various dance forms, including a Tango, Valse, and Ragtime, culminating in the dramatic "Triumphal March of the Devil."
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 16 minutes, this album is a testament to Stravinsky's innovative spirit and enduring influence on classical music. Whether you're a longtime fan of Stravinsky or a newcomer to his work, this album offers a compelling exploration of his unique musical vision.
1999 Naxos1999 (P) Naxos
Tracks
Pt. I: I. The Soldier's MarchIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: II. Soldier: Phew... This isn't a bad sort of spot...Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: III. Airs by a StreamIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: IV. He Is a little old man...Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: V. The Soldier's March [Reprise]Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: VI. Soldier: Hurray, here we Are!Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: VII. PastoraleIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: VIII. Narrator: In the Market Place...Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: IX. PastoraleIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: X. Narrator: He took the book and began to readIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: XI. Airs by a Stream [Reprise]Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: XII. Soldier: They have nothing - And yet they have It all.Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. I: XIII. Airs by a Stream [Reprise]Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: I. The Soldier's March [Reprise]Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: II. Narrator: Now he comes to another landIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: III. The Royal MarchIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: IV. Narrator: They gave the word for the band to playIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: V. The Little ConcertIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: VI. Narrator: The princess Is lying on her bedIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: TangoIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: ValseIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: RagtimeIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: X. Narrator: The Soldier and the Princess Are in each other's armsIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: XI. The Devil's DanceIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: XII. Narrator: The Devil falls exhaustedIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: XIII. Little ChoraleIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: XIV. The Devil's SongIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: XV. Great ChoraleIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: XVI. Narrator: 'Suppose, suppose we went there!'Igor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
Pt. II: XVII. Triumphal March of the DevilIgor Stravinsky, Jonathan Keeble, Benjamin Soames, David Timson, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
I. Tempo giustoIgor Stravinsky, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
II. AllegrettoIgor Stravinsky, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward
III. Con motoIgor Stravinsky, Northern Chamber Orchestra, Nicholas Ward