Prokofiev: The Symphonies (Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, Andrew Litton) (5CD-BOX)

Released on separate discs, the series has received acclaim from international reviewers, variously highlighting the orchestra (‘Bergen Philharmonic plays gorgeously…’, ClassicsToday.com), the conductor (‘It is clear that Litton has a deep understanding of Prokofiev's complex, protean style …’, MusicWeb-International) and the recordings themselves (‘BIS's blockbuster sound…’, Fanfare). The symphonies appear with their original couplings, including the popular suites from the film score to Lieutenant Kijé and the ballet The Love for Three Oranges. As an added bonus, the set includes the team’s very first recording for BIS: an innovative and highly praised version of Prokofiev’s three suites from Romeo and Juliet, with the 20 movements reordered to follow the ballet score.

WORKS:
Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25
Symphony No. 2 in D minor, Op. 40
Symphony No. 3 in C minor, Op. 44
Symphony No.4 in C major (revised version), Op. 112
Symphony No.7 in C sharp minor, Op. 131
Symphony No.5 in B flat major, Op. 100
Scythian Suite (Ala et Lolly), Op. 20
Symphony No.6 in E flat minor, Op. 111
Lieutenant Kijé, Op. 60 (Suite symphonique)
The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33b (Symphonic Suite)
Romeo and Juliet