Classical Court

Shostakovitch

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Zarlino

In Reply to: RE: Touche - I see what you're doing! posted by Chris from Lafayette on November 20, 2024 at 01:14:28

Surprising as it may seem to some, I agree entirely with Chris' assessment and description of Shostakovitch's music.

When Stravinsky was asked to name some other Russian composers, he thought a moment then said, "Well, there's Tchaikovsky."

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Zarlino - I VERY much appreciate your post! - Chris from Lafayette 01:08:27 11/21/24 (2)
And, once again, I apologize if my answer to your Khatia post below was overly harsh!

As for Shostakovitch, I have to admit that there are SOME things I like - but they are few and far between. I kind of like his "patriotic" cantatas, such as "Song of the Forests" or "The Sun Shines Over Our Motherland", and I find the first Cello Concerto not bad at all.
- Shostakovich selectively - pbarach 03:42:04 11/21/24 (1)
  Shostakovich may require some dumpster diving. There are gems to be found amid the trash, although I'm guessing no two people will agree. For me, the first and the last three of his symphonies are masterpieces, while most of the others are just too loud and too long for their musical material.
  - RE: Shostakovich selectively - peppy m. 06:21:28 11/21/24 (0)
    One of the only Shosty recordings I really like...
    - Bashmet/Richter Sonatas (Open in New Window)

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