Apr 19, 2009 video of a video streamed live into the clore ballroom of the recent concerts april 2009 of the simon bolivar youth orchestra at southbank centre, in london. Discoveries gustavo dudamel deutsche grammophon dgg. Pyotr ilyich tchaikovsky 18401893 was a russian composer whose works included symphonies, concertos, operas, ballets, and chamber music. Discoveries covers many aspects of gustavo dudamels fascinating musical story so far. Simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela, gustavo dudamel. Tchaikovsky waltz of the flowers from the nutcracker. The simon bolivar symphony orchestra, the vienna philharmonic, the berlin philharmonic and the. Peter ilyich tchaikovsky, gustavo dudamel, simon bolivar symphony orchestra tchaikovsky. Tchaikovskys nutcracker london symphony orchestra allmusic. The extracts make up part of the programme of their 2015 tour, which will take place in major concert halls across europe. Dudamels track record with tchaikovsky on disc is mixed. Driven by an unwavering belief in the power of music to heal, unite, and inspire, gustavo dudamel is one of the most distinguished conductors of our day.
Dudamel was born on january 26, 1981, in barquisimeto, venezuela. Growing up with tchaikovsky in venezuela for many of us, tchaikovsky was the first musical love, triggered perhaps by a visit to the nutcracker, where the music may have outweighed the charms of the dancing, a performance of the 1812 overture complete with fireworks, cannon and military bands, or simply a recording of the ballet suites. Waltz of the flowers, from the nutcracker piotr ilyich tchaikovsky. Video of a video streamed live into the clore ballroom of the recent concerts april 2009 of the simon bolivar youth orchestra at southbank centre, in london. Music profile for gustavo dudamel, born 26 january 1981. Dudamel discoveries is the perfect compilation album and souvenir release to introduce listeners to the wonderful music of dudamel and the simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela. Gustavo dudamel celebrity profile check out the latest gustavo dudamel photo gallery, biography, pics, pictures, interviews, news, forums and blogs at rotten tomatoes. For many of us, tchaikovsky was the first musical love, triggered perhaps by a visit to the nutcracker, where the music may have outweighed the charms of the dancing, a performance of the 1812 overture complete with fireworks, cannon and military bands, or simply a recording of the ballet suites. Gustavo dudamels skillful conducting and dedication to music drew international attention while he was just in his twenties, and he continues to attract diverse audiences throughout the world. I tchaikovsky n 5 symphony at the 2008 salzburg festival, conducted brilliantly by gustavo dudamel. The royal philharmonic orchestra, piotr ilyich tchaikovsky, the royal philharmonic orchestra piotr ilyich tchaikovsky. This alltchaikovsky performance had looked a foregone conclusion.
His repertoire spans the highoctane pulse of south american music to the broad emotional sweep of the french, german, austrian and russian romantics from. Francesca da rimini with the simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela. Simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela dgg b001276302. The last of his three ballets, it was first performed in december 1892. Symphony no 5, francesca da rimini gustavo dudamel, venezuela simon bolivar youth orchestra composers. Provided to youtube by universal music group tchaikovsky. Gustavo dudamel is driven by the belief that music has the power to transform lives, to inspire, and to change the world. The bbc artist page for simon bolivar symphony orchestra. Gustavo dudamel and the simon bolivar orchestra the youth bit now discreetly dropped as time has gone. Dudamel rehearses the simon bolivar youth orchestra. Tchaikovsky nutcracker dance of the mirlitons micha haran.
Tchaikovsky was born on may 7th 1840 in votkinsk, a small town in the russian empire. Mahler, magdalena kozena, gustavo dudamel, simon bolivar venezuelan symphony youth orchestra ruckertlieder symphony no. Simon bolivar symphony orchestra of venezuela, berliner philharmoniker, wiener philharmoniker. Peter ilyich tchaikovsky, gustavo dudamel, simon bolivar. Cesar ivan lara simon bolivar concert hall, caracas, venezuela.
Discoveries w simon bolivar symphony orchestra of venezuela. Tchaikovsky symphony no 5 francesca da rimini gustavo dudamel. Requiem mozart kv 626 gregory carreno simon bolivar orchestra of. Dudamel marshals forces for grand tchaikovsky fest. Its part of our music education, says orchestra director gustavo dudamel, just as when you learn the violin, you have to play carl flesch scales. Oct 06, 2009 a musical prodigy at age 3 and an international superstar in his twenties, conductor gustavo dudamel has emerged as one of the most critically acclaimed artists of the early twenty first century, and his popularity has increased with every concert, especially those with his home orchestra, the simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela.
The royal philharmonic orchestra, piotr ilyich tchaikovsky, the royal philharmonic orchestra. Fiesta released in 2008 stands as one of the best recordings to date by the young conductor gustavo dudamel and his youth orchestra of simon bolivar. Yet dudamels reputation outside his native country is. Simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela ecoutez simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela sur deezer. Tchaikovsky and shakespeare dudamel, simon bolivar youth orchestra label. In october 2014 gustavo dudamel and the simon bolivar symphony orchestra of venezuela recorded in caracas live symphonic extracts from wagners operas. Tchaikovsky symphony no 5 francesca da rimini gustavo.
Gustavo dudamel simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela. Simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela is refreshing in the world of classical music. It was abreu who spotted dudamels exceptional talent when he saw the then 15yearold conducting the amadeus chamber orchestra. Albums include mahler 5, fiesta, and piano concertos. Find the best clips, watch programmes, catch up on the news, and read the latest simon bolivar symphony orchestra interviews. Dudamel was born on january 26, 1981, in barquisimeto. Dudamel was born in barquisimeto, venezuela, the son of a trombonist and a voice teacher.
Im not that impressed with dudamels other recordings of mahler, beethoven, or tchaikovsky. Gustavo dudamel, discoveries in highresolution audio. Through his dynamic presence on the podium and his tireless advocacy for arts education, dudamel has introduced classical music to new audiences around the world and has helped to provide access to the arts for countless people in underserved communities. Gustavo dudamelsimon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela. Simon bolivar symphony orchestra of venezuela, gustavo dudamel. He displayed exceptional musical ability from an early age, improvising at the piano and composing his first song in. Simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela gustavo dudamel.
Fiesta by gustavo dudamel and simon bolivar youth orchestra. However, even during these moments, the pianissimo playing of the simon bolivar symphony orchestra is breathtaking. Mozart kv 626 gregory carreno simon bolivar orchestra of venezuela duration. Edward seckerson loved his sinewy, uninhibited fifth symphony with the simon bolivar 409 the. Phil, dudamel reinvigorate tchaikovskys nutcracker 1 9 the companys inaugural production starred tenor placido domingo in the role of verdis tragic hero. He continues to spend a considerable amount of time working with students in venezuela. Shchelkunchik listen help info is an 1892 twoact ballet fairy ballet. Now that his beloved simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela have dropped the youth tag, it seems that what was once so vigorous. The orchestra is comprised of over 200 young musicians between the ages of 17 to 30, and is the flagship of the orchestral academic programme of the state foundation. Dudamel conducts beethoven, tchaikovsky, bruckner, etc. Gustavo adolfo dudamel ramirez born 26 january 1981 is a venezuelanspanish conductor and violinist. Now that his beloved simon bolivar youth orchestra of venezuela have dropped the youth tag, it seems that what was once so vigorous, special and. Symphony performance from symphony series concert 1 friday.
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