Nordic Symphonies
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SIBELIUS / NIELSEN / GRIEG / SVENDSEN / STENHAMMAR / ALFVEN
Nordic Symphonies
Berliner Sinfonie‐Orchester, Kurt Sanderling / Janáček Philharmonic Orchestra, Theodore Kuchar / Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Bjarte Engset / etc
[ Brilliant Classics / 10 CD Box Set ]
Release Date: Friday 2 February 2024
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This generous 10 CD set presents a comprehensive collection of symphonies written by Nordic composers: Sibelius (1865-1957), Grieg (1843-1907), Stenhammar (1871-1927), Alfven (1872-1960), Nielsen (1865-193)and Svendsen (1840-1911). Their Symphonies hold a unique place in music history, blending lush melodies with the evocative power of nature. They drew inspiration from their rugged landscapes, infusing their works with a deep connection to their Nordic roots, enriching the classical repertoire with unparalleled emotional depth. The set presents the complete 7 symphonies by Sibelius and 6 symphonies by Nielsen, and a selection of symphonies by Svendsen, Stenhammar, Alfven and Grieg. Excellent performances by the Berliner Sinfonie-Orchester/Kurt Sanderling (Sibelius), Janacek Philharmonic Orchestra/Theodore Kuchar (Nielsen: "10/10" performance/recording on Classicstoday.com), the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and Malmo Symphony Orchestra.
Tracks:
Sibelius:
Symphonies Nos. 1-7 (complete)
Night Ride and Sunrise, Op. 55
En Saga, Op. 9
Finlandia, Op. 26
Nielsen:
Symphonies Nos. 1-6
Svendsen:
Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 4
Symphony No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 15
Alfvén:
Symphony No. 1 in F minor, Op. 7
Symphony No. 3 in E major, Op. 23
Stenhammar:
Symphony No. 2 in G minor, Op. 34
Grieg:
Symphony in C minor
