A docudrama about one of the most prominent and independent composers of the 20th century.
Episode 36.
Every fortnight, ‘The wayward Prokofiev’ devotes one hour to the life and work of Russian 20th century composer Sergei Prokofiev, undoubtedly one of the greatest composers of the 20th century.
On today’s broadcast: following film music, theatre music was Prokofievs next achievement upon his return to the USSR.
Playlist:
- Sergei Prokofiev. Egyptian Nights op. 61 (1934). The Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra and the RIAS Chamber Choir conducted by Michail Jurowskij, with Victor Sawaley (tenor) and Arutiun Kotchinian (bass).
- Sergei Rachmaninov. Etude for piano op. 39 nr. 7 in C minor (arr.) Dortmund Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gabriel Feltz.
