9 Sep 2022

RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Capriccio Espagnol Op 34

From Music Alive, 8:04 pm on 9 September 2022
Gemma New conducting NZSO in Ravel's Bolero at the 75th Jubilee Concert

Gemma New conducting NZSO in Ravel's Bolero at the 75th Jubilee Concert Photo: NZSO/Latitude Creative

Performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra conducted by Gemma New.

Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnol is a fantasy on Spanish themes that glitters with dazzling orchestral colour. The whole orchestra contribute their special effects to recreating the Spanish countryside with solo opportunities for many instruments to shine.

Recorded 9 September 2022, Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington by RNZ Concert

Producer: David McCaw

Sound Engineer: Darryl Stack

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