Stokowski, The Philadelphia Orchestra, Webern, Sibelius, Debussy, Mussorgsky - Passacaglia Symphony No 4 La Soirée Dans Grenade Pictures At An Exhibition

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Passacaglia Symphony No. 4 La Soirée Dans Grenade Pictures At An Exhibition – A Sonic Feast That Feels Like Time Travel Let’s cut to the chase: this album is a beast of its own. Released in 2013 by Pristine Audio, it’s like stepping into a time machine where Leopold Stokowski and The Philadelphia Orchestra are your guides through some of classical music’s most iconic landscapes. With composers like Sibelius, Debussy, Mussorgsky, and Webern in the mix, you’re not just listening—you’re living these pieces all over again. The genre? Classical, sure, but don’t let that fool you. This isn’t your grandma’s dusty record collection (no offense, Grandma). It’s got Romantic drama, Impressionist vibes, and Modern twists that keep things fresh. And thanks to Andrew Rose’s remastering magic, every note feels alive—like someone opened a window in an old cathedral and let sunlight pour in. Now, onto the tracks that stuck with me. First up: Pictures at an Exhibition. Specifically, “The Hut on Fowl’s Legs (Baba-Yaga)” and “The Great Gates of Kiev.” These two? Absolute bangers. Baba-Yaga sounds like what happens when a witch throws a rave in a haunted forest. You can almost see her chicken-legged hut stomping around causing chaos—it’s wild, unpredictable, and kinda terrifying in the best way possible. Then BAM! You hit “The Great Gates of Kiev,” and suddenly you’re standing under towering golden arches while bells ring out like the heavens themselves are celebrating. It’s epic without being cheesy, grand without losing heart. Honestly, I replayed those back-to-back more times than I care to admit. Another standout? Sibelius’ Symphony No. 4. If Mussorgsky gave us spectacle, Sibelius delivers introspection. The first movement (“Tempo Molto Moderato”) feels like staring into a deep lake—you know there’s something profound beneath the surface, but you’re too mesmerized to dive in. There’s a heaviness here, almost existential, yet it never drags. Instead, it pulls you along like a slow-moving river, urging you to sit with its beauty instead of rushing past it. And props to Andrew Rose for the liner notes—they’re sharp, insightful, and make you feel smarter without trying too hard. Plus, hearing Stokowski’s name attached to anything is always a win. Dude knew how to wrangle an orchestra like no one else. So yeah, this album’s a gem. But here’s the kicker—it made me realize something weird. Listening to these works from different eras mashed together, I couldn’t help but think about how timeless they feel. Like, if aliens landed tomorrow and asked us to explain human emotion through music, we could hand them this album and say, “Here ya go. This is us.” Oh, and one last thing: whoever decided to include both opening and closing announcements deserves a medal. It’s such a small detail, but it frames the experience perfectly, like putting bookends on a shelf full of stories. In short, grab this album if you want to get lost in soundscapes that are as haunting as they are beautiful. Just maybe don’t listen alone late at night unless you’re cool with Baba-Yaga visiting your dreams.

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Artist: Stokowski, The Philadelphia Orchestra, Webern, Sibelius, Debussy, Mussorgsky
Album: Passacaglia Symphony No 4 La Soirée Dans Grenade Pictures At An Exhibition
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
4th Mvt. - Allegro11:10
12. Catacombae (Sepulchrum Romanum)1:30
1st Mvt. - Tempo Molto Moderato, Quasi Adagio8:13
2. Gnomus2:14
3rd Mvt. - Il Tempo Largo9:18
13. Cum Mortuis In Lingua Mortua2:16
15. The Great Gates Of Kiev4:33
Pictures At An Exhibition
10. Samuel Goldenberg And Schmuÿle2:42
9. Ballet Of The Unhatched Chicks1:17
1. Promenade1:47
Passacaglia, Op. 110:24
8. Promenade0:55
2nd Mvt. - Allegro Molto Vivace4:15
Opening Announcement0:42
La Soirée Dans Grenade7:47
7. Bydlo1:55
14. The Hut On Fowl's Legs (Baba-Yaga)2:43
Closing Announcement1:02
Symphony No. 4 In A Minor, Op. 63
4. Il Vecchio Castello3:37
3. Promenade1:02

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Catalog Numbers

PASC 372

Labels

Pristine Audio

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Formats

  • CDr
  • Remastered
  • Stereo

Companies

RoleCompany
Recorded AtAcademy Of Music, Philadelphia
Manufactured BySARL Pristine Audio

Credits

RoleCredit
ConductorLeopold Stokowski
Liner NotesAndrew Rose
OrchestraThe Philadelphia Orchestra
Remastered ByAndrew Rose

Notes

  • Recorded live 16th March 1962
  • Transfers from Stokowski's own master tapes from the collection of Edward Johnson
  • Recorded by WFLN-FM
  • Total duration 79:22

About Stokowski, The Philadelphia Orchestra, Webern, Sibelius, Debussy, Mussorgsky

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British-born American conductor of Polish and Irish descent (born 18 April 1882 in London, England, UK and died 13 September 1977 in Nether Wallop, Hampshire, England, UK). One of the leading conductors of the early and mid-20th century, he is best known for his long association with the Philadelphia Orchestra and his appearance in the Disney film Fantasia. Stokowski was music director of the , , the , , the , the and many others. He was also the founder of , the , and . Stokowski conducted the music for and appeared in several Hollywood films, most notably Disney's Fantasia, and was a lifelong champion of contemporary composers, giving many premieres of new music during his 60-year conducting career. Stokowski, who made his official conducting debut in 1909, appeared in public for the last time in 1975 but continued making recordings until June 1977, a few months before his death at the age of 95.

Real Name

    • Leopold Anthony Stokowski

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Passacaglia Symphony No. 4 La Soirée Dans Grenade Pictures At An Exhibition* is a fascinating mix of classical giants, brought to life by legendary conductor Leopold Stokowski and The Philadelphia Orchestra. Even though it was released in 2013, the recordings themselves are much older, meticulously remastered by Andrew Rose for Pristine Audio. It’s like stepping into a time machine—listening to Stokowski’s bold interpretations of works by Mussorgsky, Debussy, Sibelius, and Webern feels as fresh today as it might have decades ago. And how cool is it that this French release lets you experience everything from the eerie Baba-Yaga to the grandeur of *The Great Gates of Kiev* in stunning clarity?