Robert Shaw conducts the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Chorus for this recording of Stravinsky's Firebird Suite next to Borodin's Polovetsian Dances.

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Honoring the legacy of Telarc Records by re-releasing four of the most famous titles in the label's long and storied catalog on vinyl LP for the first time in over 35 years. 

This release quickly became a sensation in the classical world thanks to Robert Shaw and The Atlanta Symphony’s interpretation combined with Telarc's commitment to superb sound. In addition to the Firebird Suite, this LP also comes with Alexander Borodin's classic work, Polovetsian Dances, making sure that this all Russian program has continued to please listeners since its 1978 release. 

This LP was cut, as are all the others, by Eric Boulanger on Stan Ricker's own equipment (with some slight modifications), which Boulanger bought from Ricker's estate. 

Musicians:

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
Robert Shaw, conductor

Selections:
Side 1:
Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971)
The Firebird (Suite, 1919 Version)
1. Introduction
2. The Firebird And Her Dance
3. Round Dance Of The Princesses 
4. Infernal Dance Of King Kastchei
5. Berceuse
6. Finale
Side 2:
Alexander Borodin (1833-1887)
Music From Prince Igor
1. Overture
2. Polovetsian Dances (With Chorus)