Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev (2011)

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Valery Gergiev is widely recognised as the greatest modern interpreter of Tchaikovsky’s music and the Mariinsky holds a peerless reputation in the repertoire. Together they deliver definitive interpretations of Tchaikovsky’s most popular symphonies. These acclaimed performances were filmed at Salle Pleyel in Paris during January 2010, directed by Andy Sommer. The themes of fate and death pervade Tchaikovsky’s final symphonies. The composition of the Fourth Symphony coincided with the breakdown of Tchaikovsky’s marriage and a failed suicide attempt, yet he considered it to be his greatest. In contrast he believed his Fifth to be flawed and uninviting, yet today this heartfelt work is widely regarded as one of his finest. The subject of fate is further instilled in the Sixth Symphony, premiered shortly before Tchaikovsky’s death. It was posthumously entitled ‘Pathétique’ by his brother and is a deeply melancholic work, full of dynamic extremes and an inherent sense of finality.

Director: Andy Sommer
Genre: Music
Runtime: 150 min
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Cast

Production: Mariinsky Theatre
Original Language: en

Keywords

classical music, classical concert

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev about?
Valery Gergiev is widely recognised as the greatest modern interpreter of Tchaikovsky’s music and the Mariinsky holds a peerless reputation in the repertoire. Together they deliver definitive interpretations of Tchaikovsky’s most popular symphonies. These acclaimed performances were filmed at Salle Pleyel in Paris during January 2010, directed by Andy Sommer. The themes of fate and death pervade Tchaikovsky’s final symphonies. The composition of the Fourth Symphony coincided with the breakdown of Tchaikovsky’s marriage and a failed suicide attempt, yet he considered it to be his greatest. In contrast he believed his Fifth to be flawed and uninviting, yet today this heartfelt work is widely regarded as one of his finest. The subject of fate is further instilled in the Sixth Symphony, premiered shortly before Tchaikovsky’s death. It was posthumously entitled ‘Pathétique’ by his brother and is a deeply melancholic work, full of dynamic extremes and an inherent sense of finality.
Who directed Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev?
Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev was directed by Andy Sommer.
Who stars in Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev?
Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev stars Valery Gergiev, Mariinsky Orchestra.
How long is Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev?
Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev has a runtime of 2h 30m (150 minutes).
What genre is Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev?
Tchaikovsky: Symphonies Nos. 4, 5 & 6 - Gergiev is a Music film.