V5: Film Music Rundfunkchor Berlin, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Strobel

Volume 5 in this outstanding series from Capriccio highlights Alfred Schnittke’s film music, and encapsulates many elements of the Russian composer’s compositional style. A self-described polystylist, Schnittke began writing for film in the 1960s, penning 66 film scores between 1962 and 1984 for Soviet film companies. This release presents music from the films The Stars of the Day, The Audience’s Favourite and Father Sergius, authoritatively recorded by Strobel and the Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra. (Capriccio)