Kabalevsky / Byelorussian Radio & Tv Sym Orch Kabalevsky CD

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 made few demands on the listener's intellect. Still, his gifts as a melodist and orchestrator made him immensely popular in his time. This re-release offers some of his finest works, including the Romeo and Juliet symphonic suite.

1. Symphonic Suite Romeo and Juliet, Op.56 2. Suite the Comedians, Op.26 3. Overture Pathetique, Op.64 4. The Spring, Op.65 5. Opera Colas Breugnon, Op.24 Overture