Semyon Kotko: Symphonic Suite, Op. 81bis / "The Gambler": Four Portraits, Op. 49

Album by Sergei Sergeyevich Prokofiev & Royal Scottish National Orchestra & Neeme Järvi

Semyon Kotko: Symphonic Suite, Op. 81bis, and The Gambler: Four Portraits, Op. 49, are orchestral suites composed by Sergey Prokofiev in 1943 and 1931, respectively. These works distill themes from their respective operas, showcasing Prokofiev's dynamic orchestration and character-driven motifs.
First released: 3rd May 1990

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Semyon Kotko, symphonic suite, Op. 81bis: I. Introduction. Andante
    2:45
  2. 2.
    Semyon Kotko, symphonic suite, Op. 81bis: III. The Betrothal. Moderato
    5:52
  3. 3.
    Semyon Kotko, symphonic suite, Op. 81bis: VI. The Village Is Burning. Andante - Moderato
    6:54
  4. 4.
    Semyon Kotko, symphonic suite, Op. 81bis: VII. Funeral. Andante
    5:52
  5. 5.
    Semyon Kotko, symphonic suite, Op. 81bis: VIII. Ours Have Come. Vivace
    4:25
  6. 6.
    "The Gambler", four portraits, Op. 49: I. Alexis. Allegro passionato
    5:12
  7. 7.
    "The Gambler", four portraits, Op. 49: III. Le Général. Moderato
    2:50
  8. 8.
    "The Gambler", four portraits, Op. 49: V. Dénouement. Allegro
    4:15