Classical, traditional and folk music in the 20th century
Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967) – Variations on a Hungarian folk song “The Peacock”, for orchestra (1937-39)
1. Theme. Moderato 00:00–03:30
2. Variations I-VI. Con brio – Più mosso – Poco calmato – Appassionato – Tempo (calmato) 03:32–06:35
3. Variations VII-X. Vivo – Più vivo – Molto vivo 06:35–09:35
4. Variations XI-XII. Andante espressivo – Adagio 09:35–16:10
5. Variations XIII-XVI. Tempo de Marcia funebre – Andante, poco rubato – Allegro giocoso – Maestoso 16:10–22:40
London Symphony Orchestra
István Kertész, conductor
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