The Cleveland Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director Franz Welser-Möst, will release a new recording of Sergei Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 4 on November 14, 2025. This release marks the 95th anniversary of the symphony’s premiere and is part of the orchestra’s ongoing exploration of Prokofiev’s symphonic works. The recording, captured live at Severance Music Center in May 2025, will be available on all major digital streaming and download platforms, with a preview track available on October 31.
This latest offering continues the acclaimed series that has already featured interpretations of Prokofiev’s Second, Third, Fifth, and Sixth symphonies, aiming to present the full scope of the composer’s symphonic voice. The Symphony No. 4, originally based on Prokofiev’s 1928 ballet ‘The Prodigal Son,’ was later revised by the composer in 1947, expanding its scale and emotional range. The recording is produced by Elaine Martone, a multiple Grammy Award winner.
The release of Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 4 is the third for The Cleveland Orchestra’s label in 2025, following earlier recordings of Eastman’s Symphony No. 2, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 2, and Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 27 and Symphony No. 29. This project underscores the orchestra’s commitment to sonic excellence and contemporary recording practices.
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