Authordesigner mikhail shemiakins sinister reimagining of tchaikovskys beloved christmas ballet. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. There is a clarity and precision to the orchestras playing that gives tchaikovsky s music sparkle, while gergiev breathes life into the dances and few moments of drama that are in the story. Tchaikovsky nutcracker gergiev warner classics dvd 2564. Mariinsky ballet and orchestra, valery gergiev bluray 20. The recording of the complete nutcracker is just one example of their particular skills. The flaws and mannerisms of the earlier live recording filmed in paris in 2011 available on dvd and bluray, or noted in the concerts i attended that year, are now a major letdown. Mariinskygergiev nutcracker bluray disc, 2008 for sale.
Includes bonus footage of the making of the recording. The nutcracker, tchaikovskys eternal classic, in the choreography by vasily vainonen, is a colorful and sensuous dance production. On the 18th december, 1892 at the imperial mariinsky theatre, the nutcracker was first introduced to the world. Mariinsky mar0593 2 discs stereomultichannel hybrid. Tchaikovskys fourth has to my ears always been the least successful of the six in gergiev s hands and this recent take seems to have gone even further south. Nov 28, 2011 an extract from the mariinsky labels first dvd blu ray release of tchaikovsky. The nutcracker mariinsky ballet bluray disc details high. The nutcracker 2008 bluray bluray bdmv mpeg4 avc video 27741 kbps 1080i 29,970 fps 88 min 25,6 gb audio1. Orchestra of the mariinsky theatre, valery gergiev. Tchaikovsky the nutcracker gergiev 1 cd download buy.
The 2012 blu ray transfer is of much higher video quality than the 1994 kirov dvd tchaikovsky the nutcracker kirov ballet, and the audio is bright and clear. Petersburg, where it was first performed in 1892, comes this adult version of the nutcracker. The royal ballet the orchestra of the royal opera house. Interestingly enough, though, the conductor in that version, valery gergiev, now leads this new 2012 recorded performance that returns to the familiar 1934 soviet nutcracker as choreographed by vasili vainonen, arguably one of the most. Share mariinskygergiev nutcracker bluray disc, 2008 mariinskygergiev nutcracker bluray disc, 2008 1 product rating. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Valery gergiev and his mariinsky theatre ensembles have set new standards for the performance of russian music.
In this russian nutcracker from the mariinsky theatre in st petersburg, tchaikovskys glorious score and vainonens colorful, traditional production, complemented by simon virsaladzes stunning designs, make this as magical and memorable a christmas treat as ever. Experience every detail, no matter how small, in the highest quality. Tchaikovsky valery gergiev, kirov orchestra the nutcracker. I nutcracker the royal ballet, 2009 bluray, hd pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky the nutcracker bluray disc version the sugar plum fairy miyako yoshida nephew nutcracker ricardo cervera steven mcrae the prince steven mcrae drosselmeyer gary avis. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The 2012 bluray transfer is of much higher video quality than the 1994 kirov dvd tchaikovsky the nutcracker kirov ballet, and the audio is bright and clear. Their recordings of tchaikovskys ballets combine symphonic clarity with high emotion, full of the drama that comes with performing these rich scores in their true home. Dec 18, 2012 with alexandra korshunov, fyodor lopukhov, vladimir ponomarev, vladimir shklyarov. Mariinsky ballet ballet company, bluray videos page 1 of 1. Christmas wouldnt be christmas without the nutcracker, the goto favourite of ballet companies and audiences around the world.
Fortunately, there are many versions to choose from on dvd and bluray, so you can enjoy the experience at. The nutcracker mariinsky ballet bluray disc details. An extract from the mariinsky labels first dvdbluray release of tchaikovsky. Mariinsky sacds, cds, dvds, blurays, lps 1 to 15 of 50 results the mariinsky label, launched in may 2009, draws on the theatres rich legacy and historical ties to the great russian composers.
Valery gergievs acclaimed recording of the nutcracker comes to vinyl for the first time. With more emphasis than fedotov, gergiev draws forth the unsettling, surprisingly 20th century sounds from the orchestra after drosselmeyer has entered the stahlbaums house. With an image up to six times sharper than conventional dvd and superior highdefinition sound, bluray lets you watch opera and ballet performances from the front row of the theater. The nutcracker is the magical story of a small girls dream on christmas eve. Jan 01, 2007 listen to your favorite songs from tchaikovsky. Also available on standard dvd in this russian nutcracker from the mariinsky theatre in st petersburg, tchaikovskys glorious score and vainonens colorful, traditional production, complemented by simon virsaladzes stunning designs, make this as magical and memorable. Sneaking down at night to tend her doll, masha is swept up in a magical transformation where the christmas tree grows to huge size and rats engage in an epic battle with the toys. It showcases the extraordinary talent within the theatre and orchestra, presenting new recordings of works that are both familiar and less well known to the widest possible audience. Leonid sarafanov and irina golub, dance the main roles, and valery gergiev.
Also available on standard dvd in this russian nutcracker from the mariinsky theatre in st petersburg, tchaikovskys glorious score and vainonens colorful, traditional production, complemented by simon virsaladzes stunning designs, make this as magical and memorable a christmas. Edition discs price new from used from blu ray oct 27, 2017 please retry. Mariinsky ballet and orchestra, valery gergiev bluray 20 rated. In this russian nutcracker from the mariinsky theatre in st petersburg, tchaikovskys glorious score and vainonens colorful, traditional production, complemented by simon virsaladzes stunning designs, make this as magical and. In this russian nutcracker from the mariinsky theatre in st petersburg, tchaikovskys glorious score and vainonens colorful, traditional production, complemented by simon virsaladzes stunning designs, make this as magical and memorable a christmas treat as ever libretto by marius petipa after the story by eta hoffmann. Amazons choice recommends highly rated and wellpriced products. The choreographer of the mariinsky ballets nutcracker was vasily vainonen. Tchaikovsky the nutcracker golub, sarafanov 1 bluray video.
With valery gergiev, mariinsky theatre orchestra, vladimir ponomarev, elena bashenova. Petersburg valery gergiev production by mihail chemiakin. This successful production is recorded exclusively for euroarts music. Tchaikovskys fourth has to my ears always been the least successful of the six in gergievs hands and this recent take seems to have gone even further south. Vainonens colourful production and virsaladzes stunning designs make this as magical and memorable a christmas treat as ever. Fortunately, there are many versions to choose from on dvd and bluray, so you can enjoy the experience at home as well as in the theatre. Dec 02, 2015 christmas wouldnt be christmas without the nutcracker, the goto favourite of ballet companies and audiences around the world. The motion picture available in bluray, dvd ship this item qualifies for free shipping buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable. Tchaikovsky the nutcracker golub, sarafanov 1 bluray. Valery gergiev on the 18th december, 1892 at the imperial mariinsky theatre, the nutcracker was first introduced to the world. Tchaikovsky valery gergiev, kirov orchestra discogs.
Listen to audio excerpts and browse the valery gergiev discography on decca classics. This bluray disc is only playable on bluray disc players and not compatible with standard dvd players. Valery gergiev, orchestra of the mariinsky theatre, irina golub, leonid sarafanov tchaikovsky. Valery gergiev conducts the complete, uncut version of tchaikovskys most popular score. Interestingly enough, though, the conductor in that version, valery gergiev, now leads this new 2012 recorded performance that returns to the familiar 1934 soviet nutcracker as choreographed by vasili vainonen, arguably one of the most influential stagings in the ballets history. In this nutcracker from the mariinsky theatre, tchaikovskys glorious score and vainonens colorful, traditional production, complemented by simon virsaladzes stunning designs, make this as magical and memorable a christmas treat as ever. The flaws and mannerisms of the earlier live recording filmed in paris in 2011 available on dvd and blu ray, or noted in the concerts i attended that year, are now a major letdown. The blurays that have impressed me most have all been old movies. You can buy the dvd directly from the mariinsky label website. With an image up to six times sharper than conventional dvd and superior highdefinition sound, blu ray lets you watch opera and ballet performances from the front row of the theater. With alexandra korshunov, fyodor lopukhov, vladimir ponomarev, vladimir shklyarov. The 2004 san francisco ballet production of tchaikovskys nutcracker and opus artes excellent blu ray edition is an ideal introduction for those new and perhaps a bit leery of the classical dance form, and its especially apropos at this time of year.
This 1978 live recording has been digitally restored and remastered. Browse and buy all classical recordings featuring the conductor valery gergiev. There are countless productions of the classic christmas ballet being performed in theatres around the. In this wonderfully traditional, russian nutcracker, performed by the mariinsky ballet, tchaikovskys glorious score is conducted by valery gergiev. Nycbs beloved production has been performed in new york city every year since its premiere on february 2, 1954, and is seen live by more than 100, 000 people annually. George balanchines the nutcracker blu ray average rating. Mikhail baryshnikov is the toy nutcrackerturnedprince in this exhilarating production that marked his initial and universally acclaimed choreographic effort. Valery gergiev s acclaimed recording of the nutcracker comes to vinyl for the first time. Tchaikovsky richard winsor, dominic north hd 1080p. Now, almost 125 years since that opening night and from the very same hall, the mariinskys current artistic director, valery gergiev, reveals only his second recording of tchaikovskys ballet masterpiece. Worlds away from the traditional and warm versions popular at christmas, this unconventional production, reinterpreted by russian emigre and worldrenowned avantgarde artist mikhail shemiakin, is a surreal, and at times disturbing, piece.
The superior quality of older film stock just gets so much more illuminated by hd formats. Peter ilyich tchaikovsky the nutcracker complete ballet kirov orchestra, mariinsky theatre, st. See the legendarily captivating ekaterina maximova as masha, alongside her great husband, vladimir vasiliev, as the nutcracker. I must confess that, up to now, my exposure to ballet had been limited to short snippets on television while channel surfing and.
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