Alexander Dmitriev - Shostakovich: Symphony 7 'Leningrad' (2005) Hi-Res

This recording, though brand new, has already acquired an almost unprecedented level of historical significance. This was the orchestra that gave the first performance in the besieged city of Leningrad of Shostakovich’s profoundly moving wartime symphony. Now, sixty years later, they return to the work with which they will always be ineradicably associated in a performance of shattering power and cinematic vividness of imagery.

Shostakovich’s musical depiction of the horrors and triumphs of the battlefield have never been equaled, and in this spectacular concert recording the sonic splendor of the composer’s inspiration emerges with devastating impact. Equally remarkable is the synergy between Maestro Dmitriev and the orchestra he has headed for almost thirty years, lending this recording a particular poignancy and authenticity.

Tracks:

01. I. Allegretto
02. II. Moderato(poco allegretto)
03. III. Adagio
04. IV. Allegro non troppo

Personnel:

Saint Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra
Alexander Dmitriev - Conductor
Vladimir Ovchinnikov - piano