This album was recorded in May 2008 at Mosfilm Studios in Moscow, Russia.
Historical Context
In 2004, Russian President Putin awarded Constantine Orbelian, the conductor, the title 'Honored Artist of Russia,' a title never before given to a non-Russian citizen.
Performer Biography
Constantine Orbelian, the conductor, was awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor in 2001, an award for immigrants or their children who have made outstanding contributions to the United States.
Historical Context
Constantine Orbelian is the first American ever to become music director of an ensemble in Russia, having been appointed Music Director of the Moscow Chamber Orchestra in 1991.
Performer Biography
Sondra Radvanovsky, the soprano on this album, trained at the Metropolitan Opera's studio in the late 1990s, which she considers her home theatre.
Performer Biography
Constantine Orbelian, the conductor, made his debut as a piano prodigy with the San Francisco Symphony at the age of 11.
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