Prague Chamber Orchestra Oldřich Vlček - Famous Encores

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Review by Dustin Stout

Famous Encores by Prague Chamber Orchestra: A Timeless Feast for Your Ears Let’s cut to the chase—Famous Encores is one of those albums that makes you feel fancy without trying too hard. Released in 1986 under Supraphon (a label practically synonymous with Czechoslovakian classical gold), this record has Oldřich Vlček waving his baton like a wizard casting spells over the Prague Chamber Orchestra. It’s not just music; it’s an experience wrapped up in Baroque finery, Romantic drama, Modern quirkiness, and good ol’ Classical charm. Now, let me hit you with two tracks I can’t stop humming—even when I’m pretending to be productive at work. Track 2: "Le Nozze Di Figaro" – Opera Overture Oh boy, where do I even start? This piece grabs your attention faster than your cat knocking over a glass of water. Mozart was clearly having a “moment” when he wrote this, and the orchestra doesn’t hold back. The strings bounce around like caffeinated squirrels while the horns add just enough swagger to make you sit up straighter. What sticks with me most is how effortlessly joyful it feels. Like, if happiness had a soundtrack, this would be it. Every time I hear it, I half-expect someone to burst into song about scheming maids and randy counts—but hey, maybe that’s just me. Track 8: "Symphony No. 88 In G Major – Finale" Haydn knew what he was doing, folks. If Track 2 is all sugar and spice, then Track 8 is the sophisticated older sibling who shows up late to the party but steals the show anyway. There’s something delightfully cheeky about this finale—it’s playful yet polished, like a mischievous kid wearing a bow tie. The interplay between sections keeps things fresh, and the energy never dips. Honestly, listening to it feels like being invited to a secret club where everyone speaks fluent elegance. You’ll want to nod along smugly, even if no one’s watching. --- The album as a whole? A masterclass in variety. From Bach’s soothing Air to Mascagni’s heart-wrenching Cavalleria Rusticana intermezzo, there’s zero chance you’ll get bored. And props to the team behind the scenes—Václav Roubal on engineering duties deserves a shout-out because, wow, everything sounds crisp. Even Jaroslav Kamberský’s design work on the cover screams “mid-century chic meets Eastern Bloc cool.” But here’s the kicker: albums like Famous Encores remind us why we bother with physical media. Sure, streaming services are convenient, but they lack soul. They don’t come with liner notes written by Karel Mlejnek or photos snapped by Pavel Horník. Plus, you won’t find random tidbits like Zdeněk Zahradník supervising recordings unless you dig deep into metadata online—and who’s got time for that? So next time life throws lemons at you, grab this album, pour yourself a glass of wine (or tea, we’re not judging), and let these encores sweep you off your feet. Just try not to spill anything during the crescendos—you’ve been warned. Final thought? Listening to Famous Encores is kinda like finding out your grandpa used to moonlight as a rockstar. Unexpected, classy, and oddly comforting.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Overture In F Sharp Minor - La Badinerie Italienne1:19
Czech Suite In D Major, Op. 39 - Furiant5:22
Symphony No. 88 In G Major - Finale3:30
"Le Nozze Di Figaro", K. 492 - Opera Overture4:04
Water Music - Minuet From Suite No. 3 In G Major1:18
Quintet In E Major, Op. 13, No. 5 - Minuet3:01
Don Juan - Suite From The Ballet Pizzicato0:57
Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 - Air5:45
Divertimento In D Major, K. 136 Presto1:58
"Cavalleria Rusticana" - Opera Intermezzo3:31
Symphony No. 1 In D Major, Op. 25, "Classical Gavotte"1:42
"Gli Uccelli" - Suite "La Gallina"2:48
Symphony No. 4 In A Major, Op. 90 - "Italian" Saltarello5:41
"La Scala Di Seta" - Opera Overture5:49
Humoresques, Op. 101 No. 7. Poco Lento E Grazioso3:14

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Catalog Numbers

  • 10 4146-2 031
  • 1110 4146

Labels

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Formats

  • CD
  • Compilation
  • Vinyl
  • LP
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Credits

RoleCredit
ConductorOldřich Vlček
DesignJaroslav Kamberský
EngineerVáclav Roubal
Liner NotesKarel Mlejnek
OrchestraPrague Chamber Orchestra
Photography ByPavel Horník
ProducerJana Smékalová
Recorded ByBřetislav Novotný (tracks: 2, 4 to 7, 10, 11), Oldřich Vlček (tracks: 1, 3, 8, 9, 12 to 15)
Recording SupervisorZdeněk Zahradník
Supervised ByMiroslav Pudlák

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About Prague Chamber Orchestra Oldřich Vlček

Czech chamber orchestra from Prague, also known as PKO. For "Soloists Of The Prague Chamber Orchestra

Real Name

    • Pražský komorní orchestr

Name Vars

  • Ch. Prague
  • Chamber Orchestra
  • Chamber Orchestra Of Prague
  • Chamber Orchestra Prague
  • Chamber Orchestra, Prague
  • Czech Philharmonic Orchestra
  • Czechoslovak Chamber Orchestra
  • Czechoslovak Chamber Orchestra Prague
  • Czechoslovak Chamber Orchestra Pratur
  • Das Prager Kammerorchester
  • Ensemble de Chambre de Prague
  • Kamerorkest Praag
  • Kammer orchester Prag
  • Kammerorchester
  • Komorní Orchestr
  • Komorní Orchestr Pražských Symfoniků
  • Komorní orchestr
  • L'Orchestre De Chambre De Prague
  • Orch. De Chambre De Prague
  • Orchestra Da Camera Dell'Opera di Praga
  • Orchestra Da Camera Di Praga
  • Orchestra De Camera Din Praga [Fara Dirijor]
  • Orchestra da Camera di Praga
  • Orchestra de camera din Praga
  • Orchestre De Chambre
  • Orchestre De Chambre De L'Orchestre Symphonique De Prague
  • Orchestre De Chambre De Prague
  • Orchestre De Chambre De Sinfonia
  • Orchestre De Chambre Tchécoslovaque De Prague
  • Orchestre de Chambre Tchécoslovaque de Prague
  • Orquesta De Camara De Praga
  • Orquesta De Cámara De Praga
  • Orquesta De CámaraDe Praga
  • Orquesta de Cámara de Praga
  • Orquestra Filarmônica De Praga
  • Orquestra de Cámara de Praga
  • Praags Kamerorkest
  • Praags kamerorkest
  • Prager Kammer-Orchester
  • Prager Kammerorchester
  • Prager Kammerorhcester
  • Prager Symphoniker
  • Prags Kammarorkester
  • Prague Ch. Orch.
  • Prague Chamber
  • Prague Chamber Orch.
  • Prague Chamber Orchestra (Without Conductor)
  • Prague Chamber Orchestra = Pražský komorní orchestr
  • Prague Chamber Orchestra Without Conductor
  • Prague Chamber Philharmonic Orchestra
  • Prague Chamber PhilharmonicOrchestra
  • Prague Czech Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra
  • Prague Kammer Orchestra (PKO)
  • Prague Orchestra
  • Prazsky Komorní Orchrstr
  • Pražský Klasický Orchestr
  • Pražský Komorni Filharmonie
  • Pražský Komorni Orchestr
  • Pražský Komorní Filharmonický Orchestr
  • Pražský Komorní Orchestr
  • Pražský Komorní Orchestr (Bez Dirigenta)
  • Pražský Komorní Orchestr (Bez. Dirigenta)
  • Pražský Komorní Orchestr Bez Dirigenta
  • Pražský Komorný Orchestr
  • Pražský komorní orchestr
  • The Prague Chamber Orchestra
  • Пражский Камерный Оркестр

Members

  • Miloslav Klement
  • Karel Klement
  • Lubomír Brabec
  • Petr Škvor
  • Zdeněk Tylšar
  • Lubomír Malý
  • Ondřej Kukal
  • Vladislav Kozderka
  • Rudolf Beránek
  • František Pošta
  • Jiří Kaniak
  • Jan Mráček
  • Jiří Ptáčník
  • Oldřich Vlček
  • Martin Mysliveček
  • Miloš Sádlo
  • Joël Pontet
  • Petr Zdvihal
  • Stanislav Bogunia
  • Jaroslav Tůma
  • Jiří Tichota
  • Stanislav Sejpal
  • Eva Lustigová
  • Libor Kaňka
  • Bohumil Bayer
  • Milan Kaňák
  • Karel Synek
  • Libor Nováček
  • Vladimir Zajacik
  • Vlastimil Zeman
  • Václav Stoupa
  • Vlastimil Makovicka
  • Miloslava Zdvihalova
  • Eva Kubistova
  • Vitezslav Brandejsky
  • Monika Maxianova
  • Daniel Hrinda
  • Karel Pařízek

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Famous Encores* by the Prague Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Oldřich Vlček, is like a musical time machine. Released in 1986 in Czechoslovakia, it blends styles from Baroque to Modern, offering a little something for every classical music fan. What’s fascinating is how the recording team split duties—Oldřich Vlček himself stepped in as both conductor and partial sound engineer! Tracks like Bach’s serene "Air" and Rossini’s lively overture from *"La Scala di Seta"* sit side by side, showcasing centuries of musical genius. It’s not just an album; it’s a journey through emotion, history, and artistry, all wrapped up with elegant design by Jaroslav Kamberský.