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Fuga Libera

Tchaikovsky: Manfred Symphony, Op. 58

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Details

Composer
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Artist
Ural Philharmonic Orchestra, Dmitry Liss
Format
CD
Label
Fuga Libera
Released
Jan 09, 2026
Catalog #
FUG843
UPC
5400439008434

About

Manfred holds a special place in Tchaikovsky's oeuvre, as it is unique: a symphony composed on an extremely large scale around a wide-ranging literary programme. Manfred is the embodiment of several facets of Tchaikovsky's individuality: it presents both Russian and European features, Tchaikovsky's own talents as a psychologist and a shrewd judge of character, his abilities as a writer for the theatre, and his mastery in creating orchestral colours. The score itself dazzles with it's variety of images and sounds - from airy to grandiose and powerful, from pastoral and peaceful to dense and dark. The dramatic concept of the work as a whole, it's psychological portrayal of the protagonists and the vivid expression in their development all come to reveal the characteristic style of Tchaikovsky's late works. What is more, Manfred remains fascinating thanks to the fact that it emerged at the crossroads of various literary, philosophical and musical trends during 19th century. The album was recorded on the eve of the 185th anniversary of Tchaikovsky's birth.

Tracklist 4 tracks

  1. 1 I. Lento lugubre - Moderato con moto 16:09
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Lento lugubre - Moderato con moto
    Duration
    16:09
    Composer
    Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
    Ensemble
    Ural Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    Dmitry Liss
  2. 2 II. Vivace con spirito 09:29
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Vivace con spirito
    Duration
    09:29
    Composer
    Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
    Ensemble
    Ural Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    Dmitry Liss
  3. 3 III. Andante con moto 11:07
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. Andante con moto
    Duration
    11:07
    Composer
    Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
    Ensemble
    Ural Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    Dmitry Liss
  4. 4 IV. Allegro con fuoco 16:43
    Track
    4
    Title
    IV. Allegro con fuoco
    Duration
    16:43
    Composer
    Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
    Ensemble
    Ural Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    Dmitry Liss