Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Igor Stravinsky with the 1978 album "Stravinsky: Symphonies Of Wind Instruments." This captivating collection, released on the Chandos label, showcases a diverse array of Stravinsky's compositions, spanning classical, neoclassical, and orchestral genres. The album features 20 tracks, including the iconic "Symphonies of Wind Instruments," a concert work originally composed in 1920 for an ensemble of woodwind and brass instruments. Recorded at the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in 1977, this album offers a rich tapestry of songs and chamber music, highlighting Stravinsky's innovative and influential contributions to the world of classical music. From the intricate "Three Pieces for String Quartet" to the evocative "Two Poems of Konstantin Balmont" and the dynamic "Ragtime (Version for Solo Piano)," each piece is a testament to Stravinsky's masterful compositional prowess. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Stravinsky's work, this album is a must-listen, offering a profound and engaging exploration of one of the 20th century's most celebrated composers.
2005 Chandos Records2005 Chandos Records
Tracks
Symphonies of Wind Instruments, K. 036 (1920 Version)Igor Stravinsky, Nash Ensemble, Sir Simon Rattle
Three Pieces for String Quartet: I.Igor Stravinsky, Chilingirian Quartet
Three Pieces for String Quartet: II.Igor Stravinsky, Chilingirian Quartet
Three Pieces for String Quartet: III.Igor Stravinsky, Chilingirian Quartet
Two Poems of Konstantin Balmont: I. The FlowerIgor Stravinsky, Jane Manning, Richard Rodney Bennett
Two Poems of Konstantin Balmont: II. The DoveIgor Stravinsky, Jane Manning, Richard Rodney Bennett
Three Little Songs: The JackdawIgor Stravinsky, Jane Manning, Richard Rodney Bennett
Mavra: Oh my dearest, my dearest, dearest one (Arr. for Soprano and Piano)Igor Stravinsky, Jane Manning, Richard Rodney Bennett
Four Russian Songs: I. The DrakeIgor Stravinsky, Jane Manning, Richard Rodney Bennett
Three Japanese Lyrics: I. AkahitoIgor Stravinsky, Nash Ensemble, Sir Simon Rattle, Jane Manning
Three Japanese Lyrics: II. MazatsumiIgor Stravinsky, Nash Ensemble, Sir Simon Rattle, Jane Manning
Three Japanese Lyrics: III. TsaraiukiIgor Stravinsky, Nash Ensemble, Sir Simon Rattle, Jane Manning
Ragtime (Version for Solo Piano)Igor Stravinsky, Ronald Lumsden
Etudes, Op. 7: I. Con motoIgor Stravinsky, Ronald Lumsden
Etudes, Op. 7: IV. VivoIgor Stravinsky, Ronald Lumsden
Les Cinq Doigts: I.Igor Stravinsky, Ronald Lumsden
Les Cinq Doigts: II.Igor Stravinsky, Ronald Lumsden
Les Cinq Doigts: VI.Igor Stravinsky, Ronald Lumsden
Three Easy Pieces: I. MarchIgor Stravinsky, Richard McMahon, Anne Shasby
Le Sacre du Printemps (Five Extracts from Piano Duet Version) (Version for Piano Duet)Igor Stravinsky, Richard McMahon, Anne Shasby
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