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Stravinsky: The Soldier's Tale

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A septet of LSO musicians relive the Russian folk tale of a soldier who trades his fiddle for unparalleled gain in Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale. A theatrical work ‘to be read, played and danced,’ British stage & television actor Malcolm Sinclair narrates, leading listeners through the soldier’s regretful decision.

Performed in 2015 as part of the Barbican’s inaugural Sound Unbound festival, The Soldier’s Tale was recorded in the Jerwood Hall of LSO St. Luke’s, a vibrant venue which is also home to the Orchestra’s community and music education programme. Directed by violinist Roman Simovic, the ensemble for this project featured veteran principal players from across the LSO, including bassoonist Rachel Gough, clarinetist Andrew Marriner, percussionist Neil Percy and trumpet player Philip Cobb.

Composer Igor Stravinsky
Director Roman Simovic
Narrator Malcolm Sinclair
Performers LSO Chamber Ensemble

The Soldier's Tale, Part I:
1. Introduction. The Soldier's March
2. Music for Scene 1. Airs by a Stream
3. The Soldier's March (Reprise)
4. Music for Scene 2. Pastorale
5. Airs by a Stream (Reprise) – Little Airs by a Stream

The Soldier's Tale, Part II:
6. The Soldier's March (Reprise)
7. The Royal March
8. The Little Concert
9. Three Dances - I. Tango
10. Three Dances - II. Waltz
11. Three Dances - III. Ragtime
12. The Devil's Dance
13. Little Choral
14. The Devil’s Song
15. Great Chorale
16. Triumphal March of the Devil

Release date 1 June 2018
LSO5074 | 822231507420

SACD Hybrid | Jewel case
Booklet notes in English, French and German
SACD incl. 2.0 stereo | multi-channel 5.1
Total playing time: 53m

Producer James Mallinson
Engineers Classic Sound Ltd
Recorded live in DSD 128FS at LSO St Luke’s, London, 31 October 2015

FLAC - 24bit 96kHz - Compatible with Windows and
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MP3 - 320kbps - Universal compatibility
SACD - Compatible with all CD players

Available on streaming services

Reviews

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★★★★ ‘All the performers are engaged in telling a gripping Tale in this thoroughly recommended release.’

- Fine Fish Music
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‘These reputable musicians master this work with a playful nobility.’

- Pizzicato
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‘This new performance, under the direction of Roman Simovic, can be described as idiomatic; not least thanks to Malcolm Sinclair’s outstanding contributions.’

- Opus Klassiek