The Ussr Tv Radio Large Symphony Orchestra

The USSR TV Radio Large Symphony Orchestra was a prominent Soviet-era ensemble known for delivering classical masterpieces to audiences through broadcast media. Formed under the state media system, their mission was to bring orchestral music to living rooms across the USSR via television and radio, combining technical precision with dramatic flair. Their repertoire leaned heavily on Russian and Eastern European composers—think Tchaikovsky’s *Swan Lake*, Khachaturian’s fiery concertos, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s vibrant *Scheherazade*—but they also tackled Western classics like Berlioz and Strauss. Live recordings, such as their energetic take on Szymanowski and Waxman, showcase their knack for balancing grandeur with accessibility. While the orchestra dissolved after the Soviet Union’s collapse, their legacy lives on through archival releases that capture their role in democratizing classical music for millions.

Genres

Classical

Latest Release

Wieniawski, Szymanowski & Waxman (Live)

Yevgeny Svetlanov•

The Ussr Tv Radio Large Symphony Orchestra

Album - 9 Tracks - Released February 20, 2021