An unyielding symphony resonates through a war-torn city.
The roar of the orchestra, led by the maestro, powerfully sings of human dignity and hope.
This recording features Valery Gergiev conducting Dmitry Shostakovich's masterpiece with overwhelming passion. The story of tragedy and triumph, depicted on a grand scale, is vividly expressed through meticulous ensemble work. While conveying the weight of its historical context, the listener is overwhelmed by the sheer vitality of the music itself.
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4 TRACKS:
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1)
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Allegretto
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2)
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Moderato (Poco Allegretto)
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3)
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Adagio
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4)
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Allegro Non Troppo
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Conductor - Valery Gergiev
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Producer - Andrew Cornall
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Engineer [Balance Engineer] - Philip Siney
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Production Manager - Alice Fields
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Orchestra - Rotterdams Philharmonisch Orkest
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Executive-Producer - Clive Bennett
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Liner Notes - Andrew Huth
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Orchestra - Orchestra Of The Mariinsky Theatre
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Creative Director, Design - Mark Millington (2)
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Booklet Editor - Sue Baxter
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Photography By - Marco Borggreve
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Engineer - Jan Stellingwerff