Rimskij-Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol
This spanish capriccio would become one of Rimsky-Korsakov’s most popular works. It was quickly followed in time by two more major orchestral works, the Russian Easter Overture and Scheherazade, which together demonstrate his orchestration and sensitivity to each instrument’s personal timbre and technical possibilities. The spanish suite has its starting point in a fast and playful theme with inspiration from a dance from the region Asturias. Chief Conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali leads the orchestra.
Recorded for GSOplay in Gothenburg Concert Hall in May 2025.