 Ballet Suites nos. 1 - 4. Russian Philharmonic Orchestra/Dmitry Yablonsky.
Author: Shostakovich, Dmitri Published: 2004 Although the symphonies, string quartets, and concertos represent the core of his achievements, Shostakovich entered into the spirit of light music with enjoyment and enthusiasm. The Ballet Suites, four suites of orchestral music, were assembled by the composer from his stage, film, and ballet scores, and prepared for publication in 1949 by Lev Atovmyan. Originally intended as material for radio broadcasts, these entertaining suites will come as a surprise to those who know Shostakovich only as a 'serious' composer. |
