Emerson, Lake & Palmer's 1971 album "Pictures at an Exhibition" is a live recording of a 1970 concert, reinterpreting Modest Mussorgsky's classical work for a rock audience. The album was a commercial success, charting in the top 10 in several countries.
- The album was recorded live at Newcastle City Hall on November 26, 1970. It was released as a follow-up to their successful debut album, Emerson, Lake & Palmer. The album reached number 10 on the US Billboard 200 chart.
- This album was one of the first to feature the Moog synthesizer prominently. The album's success helped to solidify ELP's reputation as pioneers of progressive rock. It reached number 20 on the UK Albums Chart.
- The group's interpretation of Mussorgsky's work was controversial among classical music purists, but widely embraced by rock fans. The album cover art was designed byógrafo. The album was certified gold by the RIAA in 1971.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer were a progressive rock supergroup formed in London in 1970. They were known for elaborate arrangements and virtuosic musicianship.
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