SHOR, A.: Farewell Nocturne, "Homage to Mikhail Glinka" (Abduraimov, Kyiv Virtuosi Orchestra, Caldi) (NTSC)

Format:

Video

Contributor:

Shor, Alexey, Composer.

Naxos Digital Services US

Series:

Naxos Video Library

Language:

English

Genre:

Nonfiction films

Concert films

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Hong Kong Naxos Digital Services US Incorporated

System Details:

Mode of access: Available online

digital

video file

Summary:

Functioning as a type of encore to From My Bookshelf</i>, this short, intimate piece perfectly complements the previous work with its distinctly romantic and nostalgic approach. As indicated in its title, this nocturne evokes the work of the celebrated composer Mikhail Glinka</i>, hailed as one of the seminal figures in the world of classical music. Of particular influence here is Glinka's famous nocturne, La Separation</i>, which is a melancholic and emotionally charged piece - much like Shor's own. While taking this work as his cue, however, Shornevertheless takes it in new and interesting directions, creating an emotionally complex piece with highly expressive melodies and rich harmonies. Listeners are taken on an emotional journey, as Shor explores themes of longing and transience with a lush orchestration and intricate interplay between the piano and the orchestra that captivates the heart and showcases the composer's ability to capture deep emotions in his music

Contents:

Farewell Nocturne, "Homage to Mikhail Glinka" (version for piano and string orchestra) (NTSC) ( 04 minutes, 13 sec. ) / Shor

Participant:

Caldi, Massimiliano, Conductor -- Abduraimov, Behzod, Artist -- Kyiv Virtuosi Orchestra, Orchestra -- Shor, Alexey, Composer

Notes:

Naxos Digital Services electronic collection

Streaming video

Publisher Number:

730099653916

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.