Anton Arensky Symphony No. 1 in B minor, Op. 4

#RussianMusic #Romanticism #Symphony #Svetlanov #Arensky 00:00 / 11:30 / 21:54 / 28:48 Dear connoisseurs of classical music! Before you is a pearl of 19th-century Russian symphonic music, often undeservedly overshadowed by its titanic contemporaries. Symphony No. 1 in B minor, Op. 4 by Anton Stepanovich Arensky is a brilliant creation by the 23-year-old composer, full of youthful passion, melodic generosity, and virtuoso orchestral control. Although Arensky is known primarily for his piano and chamber works, this First Symphony convincingly demonstrates his mastery of the large-scale form. It conveys a profound reverence for classical traditions (especially Tchaikovsky, whom Arensky idolized), but also reveals the composer's own lyrical, contemplative voice. The music combines epic scope, dramatic impulses, and heartfelt, almost elegiac themes. The performance you will hear is exemplary. At the conductor's podium of the State Academic Symphony Orchestra of the USSR stands the legendary Yevgeny Svetlanov, a maestro whose ability to reveal the very essence of Russian music is unparalleled. Under his baton, Arensky's score comes to life in all its fullness: power and subtle nuance, rigorous architecture and emotional openness. This recording is from the golden archives of Soviet musical documentary, guaranteeing the highest quality of interpretation. Immerse yourself in this beautiful example of Russian Romanticism. Discover Arensky the symphonista composer whose music, according to critics, "breathes sincerity and heartfelt warmth." Why listen to this symphony? To hear the "link" between Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. To appreciate the orchestra's virtuoso work under the great Svetlanov. To discover a beautiful, yet underrated, chapter of Russian musical heritage. Enjoy listening! Dear listeners, you can support the channel: https://donatepay.ru/don/1448163 or https://t.me/radsiaralbot or https://app.lava.top/1360410176?isNew=true&successPublishProductId=3c87f028-55c1-4ead-9202-1c4a4634f708?donate=open