Credits:

Berliner Philharmoniker

Description:

Marin Allsop and the São Paulo Symphony Orchestra conclude the "Complete Prokofiev Symphonies" with "Symphony No. 7," completed the year before his death, in which Prokofiev, who had suffered from constant headaches and ailments as a result of an accident at the age of 56, wrote "Piano Sonata No. 9" and "Symphonic Concerto" for cello and orchestra while fighting a deteriorating illness in his later years. In his later years, he wrote "Piano Sonata No. 9" and "Symphonic Concerto" for cello and orchestra while battling his worsening disease. This "Symphony No. 7" is a nostalgic work that Prokofiev himself called a "youth symphony," and although it was intended as a dedication to "Soviet youth," the nostalgic melody is impressive, as if looking back on his own youth. The sweet melody of the second movement brings tears to the eyes. The closing section may end on a weak note, but Orsop chose the "strong version" added later to conclude the entire piece with a powerful conclusion. Also included are the "Love for Three Oranges" suite and the symphonic suite "Captain Kyger". Naxos Japan

Tracklisting:

1.Moderato
2.Andante espressivo
3.Vivace - Moderato marcato
4.March
5.Scherzo
6.Birth of Kije
7.Romance
8.Kije's Wedding
9.Troika
10.Burial of Kije