Csajkovszkijdiotoro | Gergiev, Valery | DVD

Valery Gergiev is a conductor closely associated with the Mariinsky Theatre’s orchestral, opera and ballet performances. Tchaikovsky’s music combines expressive melodies, dramatic characterisation and colourful orchestration.

The Nutcracker features the Mariinsky Ballet and Orchestra, conducted by Valery Gergiev, in Vasily Vainonen's choreography. Tchaikovsky's ballet follows a Christmas-night fantasy in which a toy nutcracker comes to life. This performance is issued on DVD.