Ernest ansermet and the ballets russes eloquence classics. Coming on the heels of analogue productions recently announced decca classical sacd series of nine famed iconic classical titles, these 12 rca europe titles are some. Dance of the little swans peter ilich tchaikovsky ernest ansermet the swan lake, ballet, op. The world of ballet, various, free album cliggo music. The royal ballet gala performances ernest ansermet. Ballet favourites major classics cd one tchaikovsky. The ballets, recorded in stunning stereo sound in 1958 nutcracker, swan lake and 1959 sleeping beauty. Ernest ansermet nutcracker vinyl maxi 2 decca new favourite auctions to save auctions to your favourites, please login. Coming on the heels of analogue productions recently announced decca classical sacd series of nine famed iconic classical titles, these 12 rca europe titles are some of the most soughtafter by collectors. Swan lake, on the other hand, has been drastically pruned and will be, as such, immediately ruled out of court by some potential purchasers. Each ballet is given full attention by the players, something not always attained at covent garden during long. Ernest ansermetthe royal ballet gala performancessacd box. Ernest ansermetthe royal ballet gala performancessacd.
Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet. Tchaikovsky ballets ansermet major classics m2cd002m2cd001. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 2lp vinyl. Ernest ansermetthe royal ballet gala performancesvinyl. Ernest ansermets nutcracker is a full version of tchaikovskys score that can be subjected to valid comparison with other recordings. He never even got to record some of his favorites, but he did have the benefit of being a test bed of sorts for deccas renown engineering team. Transferred from a london 4track tapedate of recording. Pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky the nutcracker major classics. The royal ballet ansermet nutcracker excerpts vinyl youtube. Tchaikovsky waltz of the flowers from the nutcracker. Categories classical ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 45rpm 200g 5lp box set. Deadquiet 45 rpm 5lp set reduces distortion, improves cartridge tracking. Ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 200g vinyl 2lp. Double lp plus gatefold jacket with an integrated multipage book insidemastered by bernie grundman.
He began conducting at the casino in montreux in 1912, and from 1915 to 1923 was the conductor for diaghilevs ballets russes. Ansermet the royal ballet gala performances on hybrid. Swan lake, on the other hand,has been drastically pruned and will be, as such, immediately ruled out of court by some potential purchasers. In the hearts of many, ernest ansermet s the royal ballet gala performances are no. Coming on the heels of analogue productions recently announced decca classical sacd series of. Sxl 20923 wbg ed1 tchaikovsky the nutcracker ballet. Ernest ansermet royal ballet gala performances cd 2 disc. Each of the three finds ansermet completely sympathetic, and his faculty for taking seriously music that others treat lightly makes these wonderfully rewarding performances.
I have fond memories of his swan lake, two decca lps presented in a gatefold sleeve and soon worn out from repeated playings. Orchestra of the royal opera house covent garden, ernest ansermet. Tchaikovsky the nutcracker cassenoisette complete ballet. Chinese dance tea, nutcracker ballet suite mono 20. Tchaikovsky ballets ansermet major classics m2cd002. The second film adaptation was a 1993 film of the new york city ballet version, titled george balanchines the nutcracker, with david zinman conducting the new york city ballet orchestra. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 200g 45rpm 5lp. Wikinson, the names are as glamorous as diamond when referring to together. The nutcracker casse noisette complete ballet light in the attic. Ernest ansermets the royal ballet gala performances are no.
Ernest ansermet royal ballet gala performances cd 2 disc capc6065sa. Ernest ansermet conducts music from swan lake, nutcracker, sleeping beauty, sylphides, giselle, copelia, boutique fantasque, and carnaval. More music made available by this great conductor was special, having an opportunity to hear him in a setting other than geneva with the osr was, as the commercial says, priceless. The rediscovery and reevaluation of ernest ansermet 18831969, currently being promoted by a mass of reissues of his recordings on the enterprising australian eloquence label, continues apace. This was recorded in famed kingsway hall in 1957 for the british decca record company and licensed to rca for sale in america. Dance of the mirlitons, nutcracker ballet suite mono 21. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 2. Each ballet, of course, has its share of drama, and even of emotion. Royal opera house orchestra, covent garden, under the direction of ernest ansermet collectors edition issued in doublecd digipack edition 28page original facsimile booklet original living stereo recordings newly remastered in 24bit hq sound the recording of these ballet excerpts recalled to me with. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances. Royal ballet gala ansermet, orchestra of the royal opera house ansermet orch of the royal opera house. With the exception of some of the tchaikovsky scenes, the music is light and remains so under ansermets gentle touch. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 45rpm 200g 5lp box set. Enjoy side one of classic records 45rpm reissue of the.
Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 200g. Orchestra of the royal opera house, covent garden, ernest ansermet. But, its not just the mic placement or geneva switzerlands victoria halls sonic that make the sound magical. Reel, 4tr stereo, 7 reel, album london records lck80027. At the center of this 6cd set are the three ballets of sparkling beauty that stand among tchaikovskys greatest achievements. The records are on decca records, stereo, sxl 20923, wide band groove, black silver text labels. Buy the royal ballet gala performances 2 cd deluxe digipack by ernest ansermet on blue sounds store. Ansermet ballet favourites rca victoria vics 1066 royal opera house orchestra tchaikovsky the nutcracker suite same recording as the royal ballet gala performances. Mastered by bernie grundman from the original analog tape. Originally licensed in 1959 from british decca and issued by rca victor in america on its lavish soria series as lds6065, the gala performances performed by the royal opera house orchestra, covent gardens conducted by ernest ansermet continues to draw new enthusiasts to what many consider one of legendary engineer kenneth wilkinsons most spectacular recordings. Sxl 20923 wbg ed1 tchaikovsky the nutcracker ballet ansermet decca stereo lp uk. This band of frenchschool players had a special sound that you absolutely will not hear in any orchestra nowadays.
Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. The nutcracker cassenoisette complete ballet discogs. More than a few of his records have state of the art sonics. With music streaming on deezer you can discover more than 56 million tracks, create your own playlists, and share your favourite tracks with your friends. The nutcracker complete ballet lp vinyl, sep20, decca at the best online prices at ebay. The ballet recordings of ernest ansermet who was as much at home in the orchestra pit as he was in the concert hall have a very special place in the catalogue. Ernest ansermet about a generous collection of classic decca stereo recordings, illuminating the idiomatic sympathy of the swiss conductor, ernest ansermet, for ballet music and specifically the scores commissioned by serge diaghilev for the ballets russes. Nutcracker nussknackerballett tchaikowsky, ansermet. But, its not just the mic placement or geneva switzerlands victoria halls sonic. Heres the first side of the classic records reissue of the royal ballet with ernest ansermet conducting the royal opera house orchestra.
Feb 25, 2017 originally licensed in 1959 from british decca and issued by rca victor in america on its lavish soria series as lds6065, the gala performances performed by the royal opera house orchestra, covent gardens conducted by ernest ansermet continues to draw new enthusiasts to what many consider one of legendary engineer kenneth wilkinsons most spectacular recordings. The royal ballet repressed and immediately sells out. As a huge fan of ernest ansermet s, i was delighted to discover that royal ballet gala was being issued for the first time on cd by decca eloquence. Here is my favorite recording of his waltz of the flowers from the ballet the nutcracker conducted by the incomparable ernest ansermet, from the rca living stereo lp box set entitled royal ballet. Tchaikovskys the nutcracker complete ballet tchaikovskys the nutcracker, has been an evergreen holiday favorite ever since its premiere in 1892.
Tchaikovsky, ansermet the nutcracker complete ballet. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 200g 2lp. Music vinyl ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 2cd. French wind playing was very colorful back then, and the orchestral blend was nonhomgeneous and piquant. The nutcracker, swan lake, etc ansermet music cd album at cd universe, ernest ansermet, enjoy top rated service and worldwide shipping. Ernest ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 2sacd. Ansermet the royal ballet gala performances 200g vinyl. If this is one of your go to sonic spectaculars and you have other versions, you ought to consider adding this one, though youll have to wait for the rerepress.
Ansermet was a math geek and he was very into touching up scores and balance. Ballet was ansermets strongest forte, and his performances of tchaikovskys three ballets decca recordings from the late 1950s and all in spacious stereo are among the very finest available. Tchaikovsky the nutcracker ballet antal dorati, london symphony vinyl lp. The nutcracker casse noisette complet ballet in two acts, op. Waltz of the flowers, nutcracker ballet suite mono. A generous collection of classic decca stereo recordings, illuminating the idiomatic sympathy of the swiss conductor, ernest ansermet, for ballet music and specifically the scores commissioned by serge diaghilev for the ballets russes.
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