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- Glazunov, Alexander
Duration: 40 minutes
Description: Symphony No. 1 in E major, Op. 5 (“Slavonic”) was composed in 1880–1882 by Alexander Glazunov (1865–1936) when the composer was only sixteen years old, making it one of the most remarkable orchestral debuts of the late Romantic era. Written under the guidance of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov and strongly supported by the nationalist circle known as “The Mighty Handful,” the symphony is influenced by Russian and broader Slavic musical traditions through its folk-like melodies. The work premiered on March 29, 1882, in St. Petersburg under the direction of Mily Balakirev and caused a sensation, firmly establishing Glazunov as a prodigy and major new voice in Russian music. Although the subtitle “Slavonic” was not Glazunov’s own, it reflects the work’s nationalistic flavor. The Symphony No. 1 remains an admired early achievement within the late-Romantic repertoire. Instrumentation: 2.2.2.2: 4.2.3.0: Timp.Perc(2): Str (9.8.7.6.5 in set). Reprint edition.