Stravinsky: The Firebird Suite; Borodin: Music from Prince Igor
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Composer: Alexander BorodinComposer: Igor Stravinsky
Conductor: Robert Shaw
Orchestra: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
Edition: Music CD
Published: 1990
CD Release Date: 1990-10-25
Music Label: Telarc
Soundtracks:
- Introduction - Atlanta Symphony Orchestra And Chorus
- Overture - Atlanta Symphony Orchestra And Chorus
- Polovetsian Dances - Atlanta Symphony Orchestra And Chorus
Free Music Notes for Stravinsky: The Firebird Suite; Borodin: Music from Prince Igor
Free Music Review: Stupendous Performances and Sound!
Hit: 5 Stars
Hearing this CD today it is almost hard to believe that is is one of Telarc's first digital releases. The sound quality is
stupendous as my title says. The orchestral playing is faithfully recreated with every nuance registering as if in a con- cert hall; all dynamic levels are beautifully and realistically captured from the softest pianissimo to the loudest fort-
issimo without noticeable tweaking of any sort. Be forewarned - the loud passages will raise the roof and incur feedback
from your neighbors (to put it mildly) so adjust the volume accordingly.
As for the performances, they are perfect in every way. Shaw is as masterful an orchestral conductor as he is a choral con-
ductor; the volume of his choral work often overshadows this. Stravinsky's Firebird Suite is done to a turn with all the
requisite level of expression, from the hushed, expectant opening to the sizzling, jubilant finale. Even with a catalog full of Firebirds, Shaw's account stands out for its enthusiasm and extroverted interpretation (and the recorded sound).
As an apropo coupling, Telarc includes Shaw's performance of Borodin's Polovtsian Dances from the opera Prince Igor. The
same extroverted involement and excellent orchestral playing is joined by the equally polished singing of the Atlanta
Symphony Chorus who clearly relish their participation in this work and sing thier hearts out. This is one of the few
recordings of the dances that include the choral part - another reason why this CD should be snapped up. After hearing the
chorus, you will not miss the full orchestral arrangement which is usually heard.
Again, the recorded sound leaves nothing to be desired and shows no sign of its late 70s's vintage. Add to that the superb
performances and you have a wiiner of a CD. Go ahead, blow the roof off and ask your neighbors to join you!
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