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Sibelius - Karelia, complete score

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Catalogue numberBIS-915 CD
Release date1997-10-31
Discs1
Total time76:01

BBC Music Magazine 5 stars; Penguin Guide 3 stars; Gramophone: outstanding.

Immerse yourself in the evocative and historical compositions of Jean Sibelius. This album features the world premiere recordings of "Karelia" and "Kuolema," bringing to life the rich musical landscapes and dramatic narratives of Finland's past.

Highlights:
- Karelia Suite: A vivid musical portrayal of Karelian history, filled with powerful melodies and folk influences.
- Kuolema: Including the famous "Valse triste," this suite captures the poignant beauty and emotional depth of Sibelius's incidental music.

Experience the masterful interpretations by the Lahti Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Osmo Vänskä. This album is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and those new to Sibelius alike. Enjoy a journey through the soundscapes of Finnish heritage and Sibelius’s musical genius.
 
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  Composer: Sibelius, Jean
  Karelia (1893). Scenic Music fro a Festival and Lottery in
Aid of Education in the Province of Viipuri
49:31
01 Ouverture. (Allegro moderato) - Più lento - Un poco
moderato - Moderato assai - Vivace
08:12 $ 1.23 USD
02 Tableau 1 - A Karelian home. News of War 03:43 $ 0.56 USD
03 Tableau 2 - The Founding of Viipuri Castle 03:38 $ 0.55 USD
04 Tableau 3 - Narimont, the Duke of Lithuania, levying taxes
in the province of Käkisalmi: Allegro
01:26 $ 0.22 USD
05 Intermezzo (I) 03:47 $ 0.57 USD
06 Tableau 4 - Karl Knutsson in Viipuri Castle. Ballade 09:09 $ 1.37 USD
07 Tableau 5 - Pontus De la Gadrie at the gates of Käkisalmi
in 1580
03:14 $ 0.49 USD
08 Intermezzo (II) 04:08 $ 0.62 USD
09 Tableau 6 - The siege of Viipuri 03:16 $ 0.49 USD
10 Tableaux 7/8 - The reunion of Old Finland (Karelia) with the
rest of Finland
06:34 $ 0.99 USD
11 Tableaux 7/8 - The reunion of Old Finland (Karelia) with the
rest of Finland; the Finnish national anthem
02:24 $ 0.36 USD
 
  Kuolema, Op.44 (1903). Incidental music to the play by Arvid Järnefelt 19:45
12 Scene I - Tempo de valse lente - Poco risoluto 04:23 $ 0.66 USD
13 Scene II - Paavali´s Song 03:04 $ 0.46 USD
14 Scene III - Elas´s Song 07:07 $ 1.07 USD
15 Scene IV - Andante (The Cranes) 00:51 $ 0.13 USD
16 Scene V - Moderato 02:25 $ 0.36 USD
17 Scene VI - Andante ma non tanto 01:55 $ 0.29 USD
 
18 Valse triste, Op. 44 No. 1. From the incidental music to the
Kuolema; revised concert version
04:42 $ 0.71 USD
 
  Album total 76:01
OrchestraLahti Symphony Orchestra
ConductorVänskä, Osmo
ComposerSibelius, Jean
BaritoneLaukka, Raimo
SopranoTiihonen, Kirsi

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