Mittwoch, 24. April 2024

Dmitri Schostakowitsch - Kyrill Kondraschin, Moskauer Philharmonie – Sinfonie Nr. 5 D-moll Op. 47 (ETERNA, 1975)

Shostakovich composed his Fifth Symphony in 1937, a period when Joseph Stalin’s regime dominated the Soviet Union and imposed strict artistic constraints. The symphony represents a pivotal moment in Shostakovich’s career, where he had to balance his artistic integrity with the need to please this oppressive regime. As a result, the Fifth contains a profound sense of tension, dissent, and defiance. It is an artistic statement that resonates with the human spirit, as it reveals the triumph of the individual against the forces of oppression.



Although the Fifth Symphony was composed in a specific historical context, its themes and emotions transcend time and place. Shostakovich’s exploration of personal struggle, resilience, and the power of the human spirit resonates with audiences from all walks of life. The symphony’s ability to evoke powerful emotions and convey a profound sense of humanity has helped it endure as a cornerstone of the cannon for nearly a century.




Tracklist:

A1 1. Moderato 13:32
A2 2. Allegretto 5:21
B1 3. Largo 12:04
B2 4. Allegro Non Troppo 10:48


Dmitri Schostakowitsch - Kyrill Kondraschin, Moskauer Philharmonie – Sinfonie Nr. 5 D-moll Op. 47 (ETERNA, 1975)

(320 kbps, cover art included)

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Liana Helas hat gesagt…

Life divides man into many pieces. There is no weightier occupation than the recomposition of spiritual integrity through the composition of music. [Sofia Gubaidulina] - https://lianahelas.blogspot.com/2022/08/bzw-i-have-measured-out-my-life-with.html

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