This page lists all recordings of Symphony No. 5 in B flat major, Op. 100, by Serge Sergeievitch Prokofiev (1891-1953) on CD & DVD. Generally, more recent CDs and DVDs are listed first, but with priority given to items that are in stock. |
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See Terms & Conditions for p&p rates. | |  | Prokofiev - Symphonies Nos. 1 & 5
Prokofiev: | Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25 'Classical' Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Yoel Levi Symphony No. 5 in B flat major, Op. 100 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Yoel Levi Romeo and Juliet - Suite No. 1, Op. 64a (excerpts) The Cleveland Orchestra, Yoel Levi Romeo and Juliet - Suite No. 2, Op. 64b (excerpts) The Cleveland Orchestra, Yoel Levi Piano Concerto No. 3 in C major, Op. 26 Jon Kimura Parker (piano) Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Andre Previn |
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Russian National Orchestra, Vladimir Jurowski “Jurowski keeps a clear head and focuses bright sonorities without ever letting the Russian players harden their tone. In the Symphony his intensive approach to detail is always evident, especially in the fierce or sarcastic accents which cut across even the work's more smoothly epic moments. I've never heard the three snapping trumpets in the Scherzo or the nagging repeated notes in the finale more incisively handled.” BBC Music Magazine, February 2008 ***** “Taken at a hard lick, as it too often is, Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony can be seen as a coarse wartime brute. Vladimir Jurowski, working with the superb Russian National Orchestra, knows better. He shapes with thoughtfulness and feeling; speeds are controlled….A magnificent recording; and the neglected Ode to the End of the War makes a tasty extra.” The Times, 11th December 2007 ***** “….Jurowski offers something fresh, exposing layer upon layer of orchestral colour, unravelling this cryptic symphony easefully but purposefully…..The sound balances and stage depth effects here are very good, with
woodblock and piano in sharp focus in the Symphony.” Hi-Fi News, October 2008 | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Vienna Symphony Orchestra, George Szell | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | Prokofiev - Symphony No. 5 (CD)
Cincinnati Symphony, Paavo Jarvi “I have always wanted to record Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5,” says Paavo Järvi. “I consider it one of the best symphonies of the 20th century. Symphony No. 5 is brilliant in its newness, language and construction. On the other hand, Lieutenant Kijé Suite shows the much lighter side of Prokofiev as he brings the character to life in a unique and almost comical way.” “This magnificent interpretation” International Record Review “Listenable as it is, this Fifth is not exactly high-octane and competition is fierce. The luminous glow cannot be gainsaid, yet the overall effect is worryingly small-scale, even unidiomatic. Lieutenant Kijé at least responds perfectly to this essentially colouristic treatment. ...with natural warmth, extended brass response and an iridescent sonic palette to perk up the most jaded audiophile.” Gramophone Magazine, March 2008 | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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Cincinnati Symphony, Paavo Jarvi “Jarvi does an artful job of demarcating Perokofiev’s mood-swings … The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra plays with prodigious energy and diligence that has been immaculately captured.” Classic FM | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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Philharmonia Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra & Orchestra Alessandro Scarlatti, Thomas Schippers Recorded: 1955, 1957 & 1974 | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI, Sergiu Celibidache 1969 Turin recording ‘He seemed to have the knack of delving deep into the psychology of individual members of the orchestra, and of extracting from them playing of an almost transcendental nature.’ Misha Donat | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Simon Rattle "A Prokofiev Fifth as vibrant, intelligent and meticulously prepared as you'd expect from this partnership." And they found the Scythian Suite no less worthy of praise: “Rattle's coupling is a pretty stunning Scythian Suite, combining foundation-threatening pagan spectacle and heart-stopping beauty in ideal equilibrium.” Gramophone | | | Usually despatched in 3 - 4 working days. |
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