Tchaikovsky's "1812 Festival Overture" and "Capriccio Italien," performed by Antal Doráti conducting the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra. Key details include:
Title:
Tchaikovsky: 1812 Festival Overture, Op. 49 (Original Scoring) / Capriccio Italien.
Performers:
Antal Doráti, Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra, University of Minnesota Brass Band.
Special Elements:
Features a bronze cannon from 1775 and bells from The Riverside Church, with spoken commentary by Deems Taylor.
Historical Context:
The "1812 Overture" commemorates Russia's defense against Napoleon in 1812.
Musical Structure:
It incorporates the "Troparion of the Holy Cross," themes of conflict, the "Marseillaise," and Russian folk tunes, culminating in cannon fire and triumphant bells.
Popularity:
The piece is known for its dramatic cannon fire and is often played on U.S. Independence Day.
Record Label:
Mercury Olympian Series.
Release:
The vinyl was released in stereo format.