The Gambler - Sergei Prokofiev
Information about the opera The Gambler by Sergei Prokofiev, and the best recordings available on CD or DVD, or for download.
Prokofiev's second and most severe opera.
Recommended recordings on CD
Gergiev/Laptev/Khramstov (Philips 454 559-2)
A powerful studio recording of this demanding opera.
Kirov Theater Chorus, Kirov Theater Orchestra, conducted by Valery Gergiev, 1996.
Cast: Yuri Laptev (General), Andrei Khramstov (Pauline), Vladimir Galusin (Alexis), Sergei Alexashkin (Babulenka).
Philips 454 559-2