What makes Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale by Roger Waters notable?

This album stands out for its unique interpretation of Stravinsky’s work, receiving critical acclaim for bridging rock and classical music. It emphasizes Waters' capacity to reinterpret historical narratives through modern lenses, influencing how contemporary artists approach classical compositions. By 2018, Roger Waters was a seasoned artist, having left Pink Floyd over three decades prior. 'Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale' marked his first foray into classical adaptation, showcasing his continued evolution as an experimental musician.

Who is Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale for?

Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale works well if you're into narrative-driven listening experience, playful yet dark storytelling and short tracks for varied engagement.

How many songs are on Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale?

Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale has 46 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale

Roger Waters · 2018

79 min · 46 tracks · opera · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

A haunting blend of theatrical narration and eclectic orchestration, merging rock influences with Stravinsky's classical roots.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

narrative-driven listening experience
playful yet dark storytelling
short tracks for varied engagement
reflective moments of stillness
immersive character exploration

Maybe skip if you want

seeking straightforward structure
preferring longer, cohesive pieces

Where this album fits

Career context: By 2018, Roger Waters was a seasoned artist, having left Pink Floyd over three decades prior. 'Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale' marked his first foray into classical adaptation, showcasing his continued evolution as an experimental musician.
Stylistic neighbors: David Gilmour· Peter Gabriel· King Crimson

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 The Soldier’s March 1:47
2 Slogging homeword… 2:20
3 Airs by a Stream 2:35
4 As you can hear… 7:41
5 The Soldier’s March (reprise) 1:48
6 Eventually, Joseph reaches his home village… 2:56
7 Pastorale 2:35
8 The Soldier, disconsolate… 4:13
9 Pastorale (reprise) 0:37
10 The Soldier, slowly coming back to himself… 2:48
11 Airs by a Stream (reprise): To stretch out on the grass… 0:47
12 Hey Satan, you bastard… 5:33
13 Airs by a Stream (2nd reprise) 0:46
14 Naught to be gained here… 0:06
15 The Soldier’s March (2nd reprise): Down a hot and dusty track… 0:50
16 He doesn’t even know himself… 0:52
17 The Soldier’s March (3rd reprise): Will he take the road to home… 0:28
18 He doesn’t have a home anymore… 3:56
19 The Royal March 2:38
20 So, all was arranged… 0:58
21 Later that night… 8:39
22 The Little Concert: Light floods the eastern sky… 2:59
23 The Soldier, with a confident air… 0:46
24 Three Dances: Tango (part 1) 1:18
25 Three Dances: Tango (part 2) 1:01
26 Three Dances: Waltz & Ragtime 4:02
27 So, first a Tango… 0:40
28 The Devil’s Dance 1:20
29 The Devil, confused… 0:27
30 The Little Chorale 0:42
31 The Devil recovers some of his wits… 0:13
32 The Devil’s Song: Alright! You’ll be safe at home… 0:39
33 Hm, a fair warning… 0:13
34 Grand Chorale (part 1) 0:29
35 Spring, summer, autumn… 0:16
36 Grand Chorale (part 2) 0:30
37 Steady now… 0:11
38 Grand Chorale (part 3) 0:27
39 Steady, just smell the flowers… 0:13
40 Grand Chorale (part 4) 0:52
41 Now I have everything… 0:34
42 Grand Chorale (part 5) 0:55
43 The Princess, all excited… 1:21
44 Grand Chorale (part 6) 0:26
45 And so, off they go… 1:13
46 Triumphant March of the Devil 2:24

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