Between vinyl and CD I've got around eight versions of SIbelius' Symphony No. 2 and my hands-down go-to version is The Royal Philharmonic under Barbiolli on Chesky Records (CR3). IMO, it's the one of the most emotionally engaging LPs I own.
The very best Sibelius recordings in analog
Jean Sibelius, the great Finnish composer, wrote magnificent symphonies. We are celebrating Finland´s 100th Anniversary and Sibelius´ music as well.
Please tell your favorite analog recordings of his best work, I really would appreciate.
One of mine is the Lorin Maazel ´s 60´s symphonies on Decca label.
Sibelius reputation rests chiefly on his great symphonies, seven spectacular creations, all with their particular points of grandeur and originality.
Originally released between 1963 and 1968 Maazel´ s Sibelius cycle met with critical acclaim. Particularly praised is Maazel´s interpretation of the Fourth Symphony in the Vienna Philharmonics only recording of the work.
Please tell your favorite analog recordings of his best work, I really would appreciate.
One of mine is the Lorin Maazel ´s 60´s symphonies on Decca label.
Sibelius reputation rests chiefly on his great symphonies, seven spectacular creations, all with their particular points of grandeur and originality.
Originally released between 1963 and 1968 Maazel´ s Sibelius cycle met with critical acclaim. Particularly praised is Maazel´s interpretation of the Fourth Symphony in the Vienna Philharmonics only recording of the work.