Dvorak: American Suite/Silent Woods

An enchanting collection of rarely performed smaller scale orchestral works by Dvoøák, bringing his centenary year to a close in glorious style. Dvoøák's orchestral works include a number of arrangements of compositions originally designed for smaller forces. His Mazurka, Op. 49, was written in February 1879 for violin and piano and also effectively arranged by the composer for violin and orchestra. Similarly, the Rondo in G minor was written in October 1893, an arrangement of the earlier work for cello and piano that he had completed in December 1891.

Also included here are the Seven Interludes, scored for small orchestra and offering ample contrast within their structure from the gently pastoral to the dramatic, almost operatic. Dmitry Yablonsky directs the Russian Philharmonic Orchestra in dazzling performances.