The wayward prokofiev. #77. A docudrama about one of the most prominent and independent composers of the 20th century.
During ‘the wayward Prokofiev’ we focus our attention on Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev for one hour every two weeks. Prokofiev was without a doubt one of the biggest composers of the 20th century. Today we will feature the crown jewel of his symphonic repertoire and the symphonic poem commemorating 30 years of revolution
In this episode:
Sergei Prokofiev. Symphony no. 6 op 111 in E (1947). Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Andrew Litton
Sergei Prokofiev. Dertig jaar-Symfonisch gedicht (1947). St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Vladimir Ashkenazy.
Igor Stravinsky- Concerto for string orchestra W.84 in D part 1 (1947). Tapiola Sinfonietta conducted by Masaaki Suzuki
