John Barbirolli / The Halle Orchestra - Sibelius: Symphony No.2 Etc. - Japan CD

Description:

[Classical Masters No. 9] A collection of definitive and long-selling recordings from Warner Classics (formerly EMI Classics). The analog recordings are the latest remastered recordings from analog masters at Abbey Road Studios and other overseas studios. The front cover uses the original overseas cover design. Commentary included. One of the themes when performing Sibelius' works is the robust and grandiose construction and the fantasy of infinity. Barbirolli has successfully combined these two contradictory elements in a deeply nostalgic and fulfilling performance.

Tracklisting:

1 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.43 1ST MOVEMENT:ALLEGRETTO / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
2 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.43 2ND MOVEMENT:TEMPO ANDANTE. MA RUBATO / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
3 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.43 3RD MOVEMENT:VIVACISSIMO / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
4 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.43 4TH MOVEMENT:FINALE (ALLEGRO MODERATO) / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
5 THE SWAN OF TUONELA FROM 'LEMMINKAINEN SUITE'. OP.22 / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI