The best recordings of Rimsky-Korsakov

We round up some of the greatest examples of the works of the Russian composer, Rimsky-Korsakov, on disc

Published: March 16, 2019 at 5:00 pm

Christmas Eve

Tarkhov, Krasovsky; Radio Moscow Choir & Symphony Orchestra/Nikolai Golovanov Documents 298348

This 1948 recording is full of character and worth hearing despite historic sound.

Overture and Suites from the Operas

RSNO/Neeme Järvi Chandos CHAN 10369(2)

An excellent introduction to Rimsky-Korsakov’s fantastical side.

The Snowmaiden

Sokolik, Arkhipova; Tchaikovsky Symphony Orchestra/Fedoseyev Relief CR 991049

A fine cast captures the charm and poignancy of Rimsky-Korsakov’s pantheistic opera.

Sadko

Galusin, Tarassova, Gassiev; Kirov Chorus & Orchestra/Valery Gergiev Philips 0704399 (DVD)

A superb cast in a wonderful production of one of Rimsky-Korsakov’s fairy-tale operas.

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