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Complete Suites For Orchestra [Import]

Dorati/New Philharmonia Orchestra (Artist) | Format: Audio CD
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Disc: 1
1. Suite No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 43: 1. Introduzione e Fuga. Andante sostenuto - Moderato e con anima
2. Suite No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 43: 2. Divertimento. Allegro Moderato
3. Suite No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 43: 3. Intermezzo. Andantino semplice
4. Suite No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 43: 4. Marche miniature. Moderato con moto
5. Suite No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 43: 5. Scherzo. Allegro co moto
6. Suite No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 43: 6. Gavotte. Allegro
7. Suite No. 2 in C, Op. 53: 1. Jeu de sons. Andantino un poco rubato - Allegro molto vivace
8. Suite No. 2 in C, Op. 53: 2. Valse. Moderato. Tempo di valse
9. Suite No. 2 in C, Op. 53: 3. Scherzo burlesque. Vivace, con spirito
10. Suite No. 2 in C, Op. 53: 4. Reves d'enfant. Andante molto sostenuto
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Disc: 2
1. Suite No. 3 in G, Op. 55: 1. Elégie. Andante molto cantabile
2. Suite No. 3 in G, Op. 55: 2. Valse mélancolique. Allegro moderato
3. Suite No. 3 in G, Op. 55: 3. Scherzo. Molto vivace
4. Suite No. 3 in G, Op. 55: 4. Tema con variazioni. Andante con moto
5. Suite No. 4 in G, Op. 61: 1. Gigue (Allegro) KV 574 for piano
6. Suite No. 4 in G, Op. 61: 2. Menuet. Moderato
7. Suite No. 4 in G, Op. 61: 3. Preghiera. Andante non tanto
8. Suite No. 4 in G, Op. 61: 4. Thème et variations. Allegro giusto

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Newly remastered in fine sound, and reissued at a two-for-one price, these discs offer the finest ever recordings of Tchaikovsky's four delicious orchestral suites. Of the major orchestral works, these pieces have been mostly dismissed and neglected--shamefully so, as they contain some very fine music. Once in a while someone trots out the finale of the Third Suite, or the Fourth (based on music by Mozart) gets a little exposure, but that's about it. The reason is simple: none of these works is an emotional heavyweight--they really reflect nothing more than the composer's desire to make some pretty music. For most listeners, that will be reason enough to want to hear them. --David Hurwitz

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Music. Excellent Interpretations. July 30 2001
By John Marco
Format:Audio CD
Tchaikovsky is often considered a heart-on-sleeve Romantic, and he is. These four suites surely show him for that, but also for something more: a consummate master of his craft. Both qualities of the composer come through in the wonderful performances captured in this recording. Dorati shapes compelling interpretations, and the Philharmonia offers its usual superb playing. The Phillips engineers' work holds up very well after all these years. Here is a bargain music lovers should not pass up.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Intimate Tchaikovsky Dec 2 2000
By TchaikJP
Format:Audio CD
Anyone who loves sheer beauty will appreciate these Suites. And Anyone who loves Tchaikovsky MUST have these Suites. They provide a more intimate expression of Tchaikovsky. Altogether less dramatic, but just as beautiful, imaginative and characteristic, they show how Tchaikovsky was an admirer of Sentimentality, Simple Beauty, Nostalgia, Reflection... ANY listener can enjoy these suites thoroughly, however, if you are true lover of Tchaikovksy- you will come to know him even deeper, and love these charming confections as often as you love on the grand Symphonies and Ballets.

Tchaikovsky chose to compose these suites as a break from the pressures of symphonic form, and they are just that- a break- he had FUN writing them, and it shows every bar. The first suite is grand in concept, if it is maybe immature in execution. Still, no one can deny the beauty of the weaving melodies of the melancholy Andante, the dancing gaiety of the waltz, and the humor in the little march. The second suite is quite different, with its focus on children's music, and composing specifically with certain intruments in mind. The third suite has to be his masterpiece in the genre, and each movement is a wonderful entity. The theme and variations is one huge chuck of a study and great fun to listen to- Tchaikovsky, usually a harsh self-critic was even quite proud of this mvt.himself.

Dorati's baton, with its penchant for creating lively dance music excellently suits this set. He brings to life what is dead to most people- the most intimate of Tchaikovsky, his "composed for fun" suites. Enjoy these for their wonderful beauty that seems to come with such ease.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent recording of Tchaikovsky's beautiful suites Feb 27 2000
By John R. Blackburn Jr.
Format:Audio CD
This 2-CD set represents the finest recording of Tchaikovsky's four orchestral suites. The performance is rich and dynamic. The Philips engineers have done a wonderful job of digitally remastering the original 1967 recordings, and the sound quality is better than most recent full digital classical music. Tchaikovsky's smaller works (his solo pianos pieces, these four orchestral suites) have always been ignored and overshadowed by his more grandiose symphonies, ballets, and piano concertos. But to those who take the time to listen, one finds exquisite melodies and arrangements here. A marvelous package at a very reasonable price. Very highly recommended.
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