The fifth release on Philharmonia Records, Santtu conducts Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10, available from 14 March

Santtu conducts Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10 is the fifth album from Philharmonia Records. Largely interpreted as depicting Stalin’s regime in Russia, the orchestra delivers tragedy, violence and gloom before the brief but triumphant finale. Conducted by Santtu-Matias Rouvali, this performance was recorded at Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in April 2024.

Santtu conducts Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10 is produced in association with Signum Records.

Accompanying the album is a 18-page booklet including a piece by Martin Sixsmith that charts the Stalin regime and its impact on the arts and articles by Andrew Mellor that looks in depth at the symphony.

Santtu conducts Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10 is produced by the Philharmonia in association with Signum Records, who will distribute throughout the UK and internationally. The album will be priced at £12.99.

FURTHER NOTE

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