11. Ancerl, Karel "3. The prophecy and death of Taras Bulba"
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W/ Czech P.o./ Karel Ancerl/ Blachut/ Haken/ A.o.
Description:
Karel Ancerl Gold Edit.7 by Jukka Rasila Elena Tsallagova, released 15 June 2004.
This version of Karel Ancerl Gold Edit.7 comes as a 1xCD. - W/CZECH P.O./KAREL ANCERL/BLACHUT/HAKEN/A.O.
Recording: April 16-20, 1963, Dvo?ák Hall, Rudolfinum, Prague (1-8), May 22-24, 1961, Dvo?ák Hall, Rudolfinum, Prague (9-11)
"Ancerl Gold Edition Vol.7 - Glagolitic Mass / +" on CD presents one of the most powerful pillars of 20th-century sacred music in a reference interpretation: Karel An?erl conducts Janá?ek's "Glagolitic Mass" with the intense dramatic flair and structural clarity that made him one of the great Czech conductors of his era. This volume of the An?erl Gold Edition series offers a carefully remastered historic recording that preserves the raw, elemental energy of Janá?ek's score while enhancing transparency in choir, soloists and orchestra. The additional works ("/+") complement the Mass and highlight An?erl's mastery in modern Czech repertoire, creating a coherent and highly atmospheric listening experience that moves from mystical fervour to orchestral brilliance. The CD is aimed at collectors of historic recordings, lovers of 20th-century choral music and all listeners interested in authentic Czech performance tradition.
Karel An?erl (1908-1973) is regarded as one of the defining Czech conductors of the 20th century, internationally admired for his precise baton technique, luminous orchestral sound and uncompromising musical integrity. As chief conductor of the Czech Philharmonic, he championed Czech composers and helped bring works by Janá?ek, Martin? and others to wider international recognition through tours and acclaimed recordings. His discography is a cornerstone of the Czech symphonic and choral repertoire, and the "Gold Edition" series is dedicated to preserving and presenting these benchmark interpretations to new generations of listeners. The present CD underlines his special affinity with Janá?ek's language - rhythmically driven, sharply profiled and emotionally direct.
The set appears on Supraphon, the traditional Czech label that has been one of the most important guardians and ambassadors of Czech classical music for decades. Supraphon is known for its long collaboration with leading Czech orchestras, ensembles and soloists, as well as for carefully curated reissues of historic archives. Its editions are appreciated for scholarly care, solid sound restoration and detailed presentation, making them a preferred choice for collectors and specialists in Central European repertoire. With "Ancerl Gold Edition Vol.7 - Glagolitic Mass / +", Supraphon continues its mission of keeping essential recordings in circulation in high quality, combining cultural heritage with modern audio standards.