BEETHOVEN, Ludwig van (1770-1827); DEU [all files] Missa Solemnis in D, Op.123 L.Klemenko, Soprano M.Filippova, Mezzo-Soprano B.Karandasov, Tenor Y.Dobrovolsky, Bass A.Arkanov, Violin V.Mochalov, Organ Chorus of The St. Petersburg Conservatory V.Uspensky, Artistic Director St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra R.Martynov, Conductor 1.Kyrie [9:01 · 8.3M] 2.Gloria [17:30 · 16.0M] 3.Credo [19:13 · 17.6M] 4.Sanctus. Benedictus [15:05 · 13.8M] 5.Agnus Dei. Dona nobis pacem [15:29 · 14.2M] HANDEL, George Frideric (1685-1759); DEU/ENG [all files] Messiah, HWV.56 T.Serjan, Soprano I.Semionova, Mezzo-Soprano K.Nikitin, Tenor I.Gavrilov, Bass Y.Sementov, Organ R.Martynov, Harpsichord T.Martinov, Trumpet Antifones Chorus T.Nemkina, Artistic Director Chorus of Smolny Cathedral A.Petrenki, Artistic Director St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra R.Martynov, Conductor Part I 1.Sinfonia [4:09 · 3.8M] 2.Comfort ye, my people (recitative) [3:11 · 2.9M] 3.Every valley shall be exalted (tenor aria) [3:29 · 3.2M] 4.And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed (chorus) [2:53 · 2.6M] 5.Thus saith the Lord (recitative) [1:44 · 1.6M] 6.But who may abide (bass aria) [4:19 · 4.0M] 7.And He shall purify the sons of Levi (chorus) [2:46 · 2.5M] 8.Behold, a virgin shall conceive (recitative) [0:31 · 489k] 9.O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion (mezzo-soprano aria & chorus) [5:43 · 5.2M] 10.For behold, darkness shall cover the earth (recitative) [2:13 · 2.0M] 11.The people that walked in darkness (bass aria) [3:41 · 3.4M] 12.For unto us a Child is born (chorus) [4:08 · 3.8M] 13.Pifa: Pastoral Symphony [3:13 · 2.9M] 14.There were shepherds abiding in the fields (recitative) [0:44 · 686k] 15.And the angel said unto them (recitative) [0:53 · 822k] 16.And suddenly there was with the angel (recitative) [0:23 · 362k] 17.Glory to God in the highest (chorus) [2:01 · 1.9M] 18.Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion (soprano aria) [4:55 · 4.5M] 19.Then shall the eyes of the blind be opened (recitative) [0:34 · 536k] 20.He shall feed His flock like a shepherd (mezzo-soprano aria) [5:56 · 5.4M] 21.His yoke is easy, and His burden is light (chorus) [2:29 · 2.3M] Part II 22.Behold the Lamb of God (chorus) [3:59 · 3.6M] 23.He was despised and rejected of men (mezzo-soprano aria) [9:50 · 9.0M] 24.Surely He hath borne our griefs (chorus) [2:19 · 2.1M] 25.And with His stripes we are healed (chorus) [2:17 · 2.1M] 26.All we like sheep have gone astray (chorus) [3:56 · 3.6M] 27.All they that see Him, laugh Him to scorn (recitative) [0:51 · 800k] 28.He trusted in God that He would deliver Him (chorus) [2:12 · 2.0M] 29.Thy rebuke hath broken His heart (recitative) [1:59 · 1.8M] 30.Behold, and see if there be any sorrow (mezzo-soprano arioso) [1:43 · 1.6M] 31.He was cut off out of the land of the living (recitative) [0:34 · 536k] 32.But Thou didst not leave His soul in hell (tenor aria) [2:21 · 2.1M] 33.Lift up your heads, O ye gates (chorus) [3:10 · 2.9M] 34.Unto which of the angels said He (recitative) [0:17 · 270k] 35.Let all the angels of God worship Him (chorus) [1:31 · 1.4M] 36.Thou art gone up on high (bass aria) [3:08 · 2.9M] 37.The Lord gave the word (chorus) [1:23 · 1.3M] 38.How beautiful are the feet (soprano aria) [2:20 · 2.1M] 39.Their sound is gone out into all lands (chorus) [1:28 · 1.3M] 40.Why do the nations so furiously rage together? (bass aria) [2:39 · 2.4M] 41.Let us break our bonds asunder (chorus) [1:41 · 1.5M] 42.He that dwelleth in heaven (recitative) [0:19 · 294k] 43.Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron (tenor aria) [1:47 · 1.6M] 44.Hallelujah! For the Lord God omnipotent reigneth (chorus) [3:42 · 3.4M] Part III 45.I know that my Redeemer liveth (soprano aria) [6:55 · 6.3M] 46.Since by man came death (chorus) [2:24 · 2.2M] 47.Behold, I tell you a mystery (recitative) [0:38 · 587k] 48.The trumpet shall sound (bass aria) [8:22 · 7.7M] 49.Then shall be brought to pass (recitative) [0:24 · 378k] 50.O death, where is thy sting? (duet); 51.But Thanks Be to God (chorus) [3:29 · 3.2M] 52.If God be for us (soprano aria) [4:49 · 4.4M] 53.Worthy is the Lamb (chorus) [7:55 · 7.2M] MOZART, Wolfgang Amadeus (1756-91); AUT [all files] Requiem Mass in D-, K.626 V.Stenkina, Soprano N.Romanova, Mezzo-Soprano N.Dumtsev, Tenor G.Bezzubenkov, Bass St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra R.Martynov, Conductor 1.Requiem aeternam, Kyrie [7:47 · 7.1M] 2.Dies irae [1:50 · 1.7M] 3.Tuba mirum [3:51 · 3.5M] 4.Rex tremendae [2:41 · 2.5M] 5.Recordare [4:59 · 4.6M] 6.Confutatis maledictis [3:23 · 3.1M] 7.Lacrimosa [5:01 · 4.6M] 8.Domine Jesu [3:42 · 3.4M] 9.Hostias [4:53 · 4.5M] 10.Sanctus [1:47 · 1.6M] 11.Benedictus [4:52 · 4.5M] 12.Agnus Dei. Lux aeternam [9:57 · 9.1M] Symphony No.40 in G-, K.550 St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra R.Martynov, Conductor 1.Allegro molto [7:48 · 7.1M] 2.Andante [8:16 · 7.6M] 3.Menuetto, Allegretto [4:48 · 4.4M] 4.Allegro assai [4:50 · 4.4M] Symphony No.41 in C, K.551 "Jupiter" St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra R.Martynov, Conductor 1.Allegro vivace [8:50 · 8.1M] 2.Andante cantabile [8:28 · 7.8M] 3.Menuetto. Allegretto [4:45 · 4.4M] 4.Molto allegro [6:10 · 5.6M] TCHAIKOVSKY, Pyotr Ilich (1840-93); RUS [all files] Piano Concerto No.3 in Eb, Op.75 A.Hoteev, Piano St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra R.Martynov, Conductor 1.Allegro brillante [20:54 · 19.1M] 2.Andante [13:25 · 12.3M] 3.Finale:Allegro maestoso [10:52 · 10.0M] Serenade for Strings, Op.48 St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra R.Martynov, Conductor 1.Pezzo in forma di Sonatina: Andante non troppo-Allegro moderato [10:21 · 9.5M] 2.Valse: Moderato [3:51 · 3.5M] 3.Élégie: Larghetto elegiaco [9:45 · 8.9M] 4.Finale: Andante-Allegro con spirito [7:48 · 7.1M]

The St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1967, and the outstanding masters of the St. Petersburg school brought their highly artistic and humane approach to music making to the ensemble during its formative years. Their pupils both maintained and revitalized that tradition, as they led the orchestra through the inevitable stages of its creative development. During those stages, the names of the ensemble's musicians and leaders changed, but the orchestra continued to develop its own distinctive style and sound, find and establish its repertoire, and create a faithful audience.

The orchestra's leadership crystallized over 16 years ago in the form of Ravil E. Martynov, one of E. A. Mravinsky's most outstanding students. Martynov is one of the greatest Russian conductors, an Honored Artist of Russia, and the Professor of Conducting at the St. Petersburg Conservatory. His vast artistic erudition, consummate professionalism, and total mastery are harmonically combined in his creative work. Martynov's guidance, the leadership of A. Arkanov, and the high level of musicianship in the ensemble, enable the St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra to look forward to its 35th Anniversary Celebration in 2002 as an orchestra of the highest international standing.

The orchestra is well known for its compelling interpretations of the Viennese classical symphonies, including those of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven, as well as for its excellent and refreshing performances of the works of Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. The historical and musical connection between all periods of music are clearly reflected in the orchestra's concert programs. The 19th century is represented by such works as the symphonies of Schubert, the overtures of Rossini, the serenades of Brahms, and the waltzes of Strauss. The orchestra's interpretations of the deep and resonant sounds of such Russian music as the "Waltz-Fantasy" of Glinka and Tchaikovsky's "Serenade for Strings" have become well known achievements of the national musical culture. And the orchestra's reputation for successful performance also extends to music of the 20th century, as represented by works in its repertoire such as Stravinsky's "Apollon Musaget," Prokofiev's "Classical" Symphony, Schöenberg's "Transfigured Night," and many others.


The development of the orchestra's vast, diverse repertoire is determined by both cultural and educational considerations. Since January 1991, the St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra has performed its concert series in the Hall of Mirrors at the Beloselsky-Belozersky palace. The concert programs include the finest examples of the classical repertoire, as well as the works of Russian and foreign 20th century composers, and feature a special concert devoted to the music education of young people. The orchestra's audience is also able to enjoy the music of many traditional but neglected composers as Martynov and his orchestra have rescued their scores from non-existence and give them a new happy life on the concert stage. The orchestra also performs frequently in the Large and Small Halls of the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Society.

The orchestra is so respected in the music world that many contemporary composers have written works especially for it, and the ensemble has introduced a great many new pieces, especially by Petersburg composers. Many foreign composers, have dedicated their works to the orchestra and its leader, as well, and annual concerts are presented whose purpose is to identify new composers - and to support those who are already known - both Russian and foreign.

The St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra tours extensively, and has performed with great success in the USA, Japan, Spain, Germany, China, Mexico, and other countries. In the fall of 1998 the orchestra made an extended and highly successful tour to the USA, performing some 50 full concerts in cities from the East to the West coast over a two-month period.

Posters of The St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra are filled with the names of renowned domestic and foreign soloists and conductors, including such distinguished artists as S.Richter, E.Obraztsova, E.Nesterenko, N.Gutman, A.Virsaladze, M.Vaiman, E.Mogilevsky, O.Nikole, A.Baily, P.Egorov, and others.

Martynov's orchestra has also played an active role in festival and holiday celebrations, exhibitions, and competitions, including "Petersburg Spring," "Virtuosos of the Year 2000," and "Viva St. Petersburg." The orchestra's performances were recognized through diplomas, medals, and other awards and prizes.

The St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra is a unique group capable of organizing musical festivals independently. In addition to its performances as a full orchestra, the group also comprises a string quartet (Leader, Soloist, and Director: A.Arkanov), woodwind quintet, and string orchestra, each of which also perform as an independent group.

Saint-Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra Artistic Leader and Head Conductor, National Artist of Russia, Professor at the Saint-Petersburg Conservatory - Ravil E. Martynov. Nevsky av., 41, Saint-Petersburg, 191025, Russia tel: +7-812-310-7080    fax: +7-812-315-5010 e-mail: lvm@mail.lanck.net