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Vasily Petrenko, RLPO - Shistakovich: Symphony No. 4 (2013/2016) [DSD64 + Hi-Res FLAC]

Posted By: HDV

Date: 29 Jul 2024 17:05:33

Vasily Petrenko, RLPO - Shistakovich: Symphony No. 4 (2013/2016) [DSD64 + Hi-Res FLAC]

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Vasily Petrenko - Shostakovich: Symphony No. 4 (2013/2016)
DSD64 (.dsf) 1 bit/2,8 MHz | Time - 64:52 minutes | 1,42 GB
FLAC (tracks) 24-bit/96 kHz | Time - 64:52 minutes | 1,29 GB
Studio Master, Official Digital Download | Artwork: Digital booklet

Vasily Petrenko flawlessly guides the Liverpool Philharmonic through every twist, turn and climax in Shostakovich’s remarkable Symphony No. 4 on this critically acclaimed album, recorded in 2013. The composer’s characteristic pathos and intensity pervade the piece, drawing the listener into an inner world of Soviet-era turmoil. Audiophilia included this album on its list of the 15 Star Recordings of the year.

The Symphony No. 4 in C minor is increasingly regarded as one of Dmitry Shostakovich's most important symphonies, due to its directness and power, as well as to its significance in the composer's career. Withdrawn in 1936 and not performed until 1961, the symphony would have been publicly derided for its abrasive dissonances and pessimistic outlook, and Soviet critics would have condemned it for "formalism." Yet today it is admired as an authentic reflection of Shostakovich's public and private struggles, and its uncertain moods and sardonic tone seem truer to his mature style than either the Fifth or Seventh symphonies do. This recording by Vasily Petrenko and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra is bracing and exciting, and the ferocity of the performance fully conveys the piece's provocative nature. Highpoints are the lightning-fast fugue in the first movement, which is one of the most thrilling passages in all of Shostakovich's music, and the overwhelming Finale, which reveals the influence of Gustav Mahler in its opening funeral march and other parodistic passages. Naxos' recording is clear and resonant, but some adjustments with the volume may be required because of the wide dynamic range.

Tracklist:

01 - Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43: I. Allegretto poco moderato - Presto
02 - Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43: II. Moderato con moto
03 - Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43: III. Largo - Allegro

Recorded on February 9-10, 2013 at the Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool, England.
2xHD Mastering: René Laflamme. 2xHD Executive Producer: André Perry.

Dynamic Range Report

Analyzed: Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Vasily Petrenko / Shostakovich: Symphony No. 4
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DR Peak RMS Duration Track
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DR14 -7.04 dB -26.62 dB 27:18 01-Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43: I. Allegretto poco moderato - Presto
DR14 -9.42 dB -29.17 dB 9:25 02-Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43: II. Moderato con moto
DR13 -7.01 dB -26.23 dB 28:08 03-Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43: III. Largo - Allegro
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Number of tracks: 3
Official DR value: DR14

Samplerate: 2822400 Hz / PCM Samplerate: 176400 Hz
Channels: 2
Bits per sample: 1
Bitrate: 5645 kbps
Codec: DSD64
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