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Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev

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Valery Gergiev is widely recognised as the greatest modern interpreter of Tchaikovsky’s music and the Mariinsky holds a peerless reputation in the repertoire. Together they deliver definitive interpretations of Tchaikovsky’s most popular symphonies. These acclaimed performances were filmed at Salle Pleyel in Paris during January 2010, directed by Andy Sommer. The themes of fate and death pervade Tchaikovsky’s final symphonies. The composition of the Fourth Symphony coincided with the breakdown of Tchaikovsky’s marriage and a failed suicide attempt, yet he considered it to be his greatest. In contrast he believed his Fifth to be flawed and uninviting, yet today this heartfelt work is widely regarded as one of his finest. The subject of fate is further instilled in the Sixth Symphony, premiered shortly before Tchaikovsky’s death. It was posthumously entitled ‘Pathétique’ by his brother and is a deeply melancholic work, full of dynamic extremes and an inherent sense of finality.

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Mariinsky Label - Tchaikovsky: Symphonies No 4, 5 and 6

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-18

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

October 3, 2011

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Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Andy Sommer
Original Title
Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 30m
Production Studios
Mariinsky Theatre

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Director

Andy Sommer

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Andy Sommer

Director

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What is Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev about?

Valery Gergiev is widely recognised as the greatest modern interpreter of Tchaikovsky’s music and the Mariinsky holds a peerless reputation in the repertoire. Together they deliver definitive interpretations of Tchaikovsky’s most popular symphonies. These acclaimed performances were filmed at Salle Pleyel in Paris during January 2010, directed by Andy Sommer. The themes of fate and death pervade Tchaikovsky’s final symphonies. The composition of the Fourth Symphony coincided with the breakdown of Tchaikovsky’s marriage and a failed suicide attempt, yet he considered it to be his greatest. In contrast he believed his Fifth to be flawed and uninviting, yet today this heartfelt work is widely regarded as one of his finest. The subject of fate is further instilled in the Sixth Symphony, premiered shortly before Tchaikovsky’s death. It was posthumously entitled ‘Pathétique’ by his brother and is a deeply melancholic work, full of dynamic extremes and an inherent sense of finality.

Who directed Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev?

Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev was directed by Andy Sommer.

Who stars in Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev?

The principal cast of Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev includes Valery Gergiev, Mariinsky Orchestra.

When was Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev released and how long is it?

Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.