Since you are interested in Prokofiev: Alexander Nevsky, Op. 78 / Scythian Suite, Op. 20, from `Ala et Lolly`, here is a list of other items that you may find interesting.
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MARBECKS COLLECTABLE: Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 1 / Sibelius: Violin Concerto; Humoresques Nos. 3-6 op. 89 Ilya Gringolts (violin) / Guteborgs Symfoniker, Neeme Jarvi [ Deutsche Grammophon / CD - released 20/May/2004 ] "His blend of rigour and rhapsody, coupled with lively new ideas that spring directly from the music, identify a violinist of great virtuosity, and one who has the intellect and sensibility to apply it to expressive purpose." The Daily Telegraph,... |
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Romeo and Juliet (3 Suites) Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra / Paavo Jarvi [ Telarc SACD / SACD - released 16/Feb/2004 ] On Hybrid Super Audio CD (SACD) format, presented in full 5.1 surround sound! PLAYABLE ON ANY CD SYSTEM - "Bringing together all three Romeo and Juliet suites on one recording makes for a captivating, powerful listening experience. Prokofiev's... |
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Prokofiev: The Queen of Spades (Symphonic Suite) / On Guard for Peace Irina Tchistjakova (mezzo-soprano), Niall Docherty (boy soprano) / Royal Scottish National Orchestra / Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos Classics / CD - released 1/Jun/2009 ] Neeme Järvi is universally applauded for his Prokofiev recordings. Here he conducts the first recording of Symphonic Fragments from The Queen of Spades, as arranged and elaborated by Michael Berkeley, coupled with the seldom performed oratorio On... |
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Ivan the Terrible: Concert Scenario Linda Finnie (contralto) & Nikita Storojev (bass) / Philharmonia Chorus & Philharmonia Orchestra, Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos Classics / CD - released 1/Sep/2009 ] 'Christopher Palmer strikes again! It is undoubtedly one of the great film scores, and Jarvi more than does it justice with the help of impassioned singing and playing from all concerned.' CD Review |
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Divertimento, Op. 43 / Sinfonia Concertante, Op. 125 / Sinfonietta, Op. 5/48 Raphael Wallfisch (cello) / Royal Scottish National Orchestra / Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos Classics / CD - released 16/Oct/2006 ] 'The Divertimento is a lovely piece… its long neglect is puzzling since it is highly attractive and ought to be popular… the recording is first class - as, indeed are the performances. An indispensable item in any Prokofiev collection.' The Penguin... |
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Tristan and Isolde - An Orchestral Passion Royal Scottish National Orchestra / Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos / Hybrid SACD - released 1/Feb/2011 ] "...with fine playing and vivid sonics, this disc is certainly recommendable." (ClassicsToday Feb 2011) |
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Prokofiev: Symphonies 3 & 4 (original 1930 version) Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos Classics / CD - released 5/May/2000 ] *** Three Stars. Penguin Stereo Guide. |
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Prokofiev: Complete Symphonies (Nos 1-7) Scottish National Orchestra, Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos Classics / 4 CD Box Set - released 20/Nov/2008 ] "The recorded sound is great, the Scottish National Orchestra plays like a world class band. All in all, this is not only a set to complete your Prokofiev collection, it's also the one to start it - if you haven't yet." (MusicWeb bargain of the... |
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Prokofiev: Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25 'Classical' / Peter and the Wolf, Op. 67 / 'Romeo and Juliet' Excerpts / etc Scottish National Orchestra, Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos / CD - released 1/Aug/2006 ] 'Beautiful, persuasive playing from the Scottish National Orchestra' The Penguin Complete Guide |
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Chout-Suite / The Love for Three Oranges: Suite / Waltz Suite Op. 110 Scottish National Orchestra / Neeme Jarvi [ Chandos Classics / CD - released 20/Aug/2008 ] "Järvi provides an enthusiastic reading that sparkles with an abundance of characterful wit and dances with good humour." High Performance Review |