I definitely agree with Uru975 on trying out a few things on Pandora first. It's a good way to narrow down a style. I used to play trombone, guitar, and piano and was exposed to different composers/styles through the other players in the bands/orchestras/small ensembles in which I played. Pandora could help you get a well-rounded exposure, and THEN you can hunt down the best recordings of things you like.
I'd start by deciding if you want solo piano, small groups, chamber orchestra, or full on symphonies. One of my favorite symphonies is Dimitri Shostakovich's 5th. I'd get Leonard Berstein with the New York Philharmonic. It ranges from light to heavy, so it should give you a broad introduction.
I'd start by deciding if you want solo piano, small groups, chamber orchestra, or full on symphonies. One of my favorite symphonies is Dimitri Shostakovich's 5th. I'd get Leonard Berstein with the New York Philharmonic. It ranges from light to heavy, so it should give you a broad introduction.