Valery Polyansky

Valery Polyansky is a distinguished Russian conductor and choir master who's become a guardian of Slavic sacred music and Romantic-era masterpieces. As artistic director of the State Symphony Capella of Russia, he's spent decades breathing new life into choral-orchestral works, from the lush harmonies of Rachmaninov's "All-Night Vigil" to the crisp counterpoint of Bortniansky's choral concertos. His recent releases show a particular knack for balancing Russian liturgical traditions with 20th-century gems – whether leading dramatic live performances of Shostakovich's satirical "Antiformalist Rayok" or uncovering the spiritual depths in Tchaikovsky's lesser-known choral works. Polyansky's recordings often feel like time capsules, preserving both the Moscow Conservatory's rigorous training heritage and the emotional intensity that makes Russian repertoire so compelling.

Genres

Choral

Gregorian Chant

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Latest Release

Tchaikovsky

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Valery Polyansky

Album - 8 Tracks - Released April 18, 2025