Since you are interested in Russian Nights (Incls 'Capriccio Espagnol', 'Polovtsian Dances' & ' Overture to Russlan and Ludmilla'), here is a list of other items that you may find interesting.
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PUCCINI
Pops Plays Puccini: Puccini without words Cincinnati Pops Orchestra / Erich Kunzel [ Telarc / CD - released 27/Jan/2008 ] "The melodies "are" among the juiciest in the world. The arrangements are respectful of the composer's intentions. The playing is splendid, the recording beyond reproach." - Fanfare |
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RACHMANINOV
The Bells (with John Adams-Harmonium) Renee Fleming (soprano) Karl Dent (tenor) Victor Ledbetter (baritone) / Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Robert Shaw [ Telarc Classics / CD - released 9/Jan/2004 ] Rachmaninoff's choral symphony, The Bells, is based on a Russian version of Edgar Allan Poe's poem by that title. |
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HINDEMITH
When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd Atlanta Symphony Orchestra / Robert Shaw [ Telarc Classics / CD - released 28/May/2002 ] Grammy Award Winner |
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SZYMANOWSKI / POULENC
Stabat Maters Robert Shaw / Atlanta Symphony Orchestra [ Telarc Classics / CD - released 2/Jul/2002 ] "Gorgeous performances of two lovely, seldom-heard 20th century sacred works" |
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VERDI
Four Sacred Pieces (with Stravinsky-Symphony of Psalms) Robert Shaw / Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus [ Telarc Classics / CD - released 25/Aug/2003 ] "Telarc's production is again superb;...Here's hoping Shaw's 'retirement' continues to be an active one." -American Record Guide |
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POULENC / MOZART / BEETHOVEN / HINDEMITH / DURUFLE / BRAHMS / ANONYMOUS
Elegy - A Selection of Sacred & Secular Choral Works Robert Shaw / Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Chorus [ Telarc Records / CD - released 24/Jul/2002 ] Telarc presents a poignant compilations disc of songs, laments, chants, and single movements from large sacred works-all conducted by the late Robert Shaw-that evoke peace, reflection and remembrance. |
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CARL ORFF
Orff: Carmina Burana Robert Shaw Festival Singers / Atlanta Symphony Orchestra [ Telarc Classics / CD - released 1/Feb/2005 ] "...this is a sonic treat. Choral definition and clarity are excellent." - High Performance Review |