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ELGAR, E.: Sea Pictures / Symphony No. 1(Baker, London Philharmonic, Handley)

Composer(s):Elgar, Edward
Artist(s) Handley, Vernon, Conductor • Baker, Janet, contralto • London Philharmonic Orchestra
Period(s) 20th Century
Genre Classical Music
Category OrchestralVocal
Catalogue LPO-0046
Label LPO
Quality   320kbps
Album Price
 
CD
USD 16.99
 

 
MP3
USD 9.99
 

 

   



Excellent Live Recording of a Classic Elgar Symphony
Review By DL93385,June 2011

The London Philharmonic is in superb form under the direction of English music specialist Vernon Handley. Dame Janet Baker (contralto) is excellent in Elgar's Sea Pictures, an interesting addition to any collection. But, let's be honest here, the main reason for this disc is for Elgar's great Symphony #1. The LPO does not disappoint. While the recording is a bit distant for my taste (as if recorded from the back of the concert hall), it is a live recording, so the recording can be forgiven. This is not to say that the record lacks clarity, it is still vibrant. The orchestra really comes to life in the Adagio (3rd Movement), where you can truly hear the strings breathing with passion.







 

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