The Soviet musical establishment considered Kabalevsky a "dream composer," as his compositions fit the prescribed formula for proper Russian music: bright, straightforward, folk-based works which...
Kabalevsky / Bonfilio Piano Sonata 3 & 24 Preludesilio CD1. I. Allegro Con Moto 2. II. Andante Cantabile 3. III. Allegro Giocoso 4. I. Andantino in C Major 5. II. Scherzando in a Minor 6. III...
Along with Prokofiev, Shostakovich, and Khachaturian, Dmitri Kabalevsky was one of the "Big Four" of Soviet music. Following our recordings of his four symphonies, complete works for piano and...