Symphony No. 1 in G minor: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works, Conductor Score & Parts (EDWIN F KALMUS)
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Symphony No. 1 in G minor: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works, Conductor Score & Parts (EDWIN F KALMUS)
By Vassili S. Kalinnikov
Item: 36-A161202
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Vassili S. Kalinnikov (1866-1901) composed his SYMPHONY NO. 1 in G minor between 1894 and 1895, creating one of the most cherished Russian symphonies of the late Romantic era. Written during a period of financial hardship and declining health, the symphony nevertheless radiates warmth, optimism, and a richly melodic spirit reminiscent of Tchaikovsky and Rimsky-Korsakov, yet fully shaped by Kalinnikov's own lyrical voice. Its four movements weave folk-tinged themes, glowing orchestration, and long-breathed melodies into a compelling narrative, from the noble opening movement to the serene "Andante", exuberant "Scherzo", and triumphant "Finale" built on cyclical return. Premiered in Kiev in 1897 under conductor Vinogradsky, the symphony was immediately praised across Russia and Western Europe, establishing Kalinnikov as a major rising talent. Today, it remains his most frequently performed work, beloved for its heartfelt expressiveness, melodic richness, and the poignant sense of promise from a composer whose life and career were tragically cut short. Instrumentation: 2+Picc.2+EH.2.2: 4.2.3.1: Tiimp: Perc(1): Hp: Str (9.8.7.6.5 in set). Reprint edition.
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