London Philharmonic Orchestra ; Stephen Simon, conductor ; Yadu, (i.e., Konrad Czynski) narrator ; Bonnie Ward Simon, elucidator ; Trio Voronezh. Compact disc. "A classic with orchestra & narrator"--Container. Program notes, biographical information about the composer and performers, text and activities in accompanying booklet.
Contents:
Introduction (3:57) -- Peter and the wolf (25:10) -- About the composer, Prokofiev (6:14) -- A Russian Peter (2:21) -- About the music (6:18) -- Peter and the wolf (instrumental version) (21:03) -- Invitation to grandfather's party (0:26) -- Kalinka (2:45).
Summary:
The tale of the boy who, ignoring his grandfather's warnings, proceeds to capture a wolf. Narration is highlighted by the accompanying important musical themes.
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