10th by Shostakovich

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Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony n.º 10 is an important work of 20th century classical music. Composed in 1953, shortly after the death of Joseph Stalin, this symphony reflects the political and emotional tensions experienced by the composer under the Soviet regime. Shostakovich incorporated elements of his distinctive style, such as sarcasm, irony and emotional depth, into this four movement work. The first movement, often described as a sombre reflection, features melancholic themes and a tension-filled atmosphere. The second movement is a vivid and frenetic scherzo, contrasting sharply with the first. The third movement is characterised by a slow and sombre movement, with introspective and melodic passages. Finally, the fourth and last movement has a powerful and explosive conclusion, offering a sense of liberation and triumph over oppression. Shostakovich's Symphony No. 10 is often interpreted as the composer's personal response to the difficulties he faced under Stalin's rule, but it is also seen as a broader reflection on the human condition and the power of music to express the deepest emotions and experiences. It is a masterpiece of symphonic music that continues to fascinate and move audiences around the world.

Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975)
Sinfonia n.° 10 em mi menor, Op. 93
I. Moderato
II. Allegro
III. Allegretto – Largo –Più mosso
IV. Andante – Allegro – L'istesso tempo

Artists
Nuno Coelho, conductor
Georges Pereira, artistic director
Filipa Lima, President

Filipa Lima, Raquel Merrelho, Georges Pereira, Mónica Pires, João Braga, Ana Baganha, Beatriz Fernandes, Maria Inês Ferreira, David Cadilha, Sara Lima, Juliana Sousa and Fabiana Vaz, staff
Bruna Curva and Gonçalo Francisco, multimedia team

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