Symphony 1 in A Flat / Serenade for Strings / Chansons
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Composer: Edward ElgarConductor: Sir Adrian Boult
Orchestra: London Philharmonic Orchestra
Edition: Music CD
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Import
CD Release Date: 2002-11-05
Music Label: EMI Records
Soundtracks:
- Symphony No.1 In A Flat, Op. 66: I. Andante nobilmente e semplice - Allegro
- Symphony No.1 In A Flat, Op. 66: II. Allegro molto
- Symphony No.1 In A Flat, Op. 66: III. Adagio
- Symphony No.1 In A Flat, Op. 66: IV. Lento - Allegro
- Serenede In E Minor, Op. 20: I. Allegro piacevole
- Serenede In E Minor, Op. 20: II. Larghetto
- Serenede In E Minor, Op. 20: III. Allegretto - Come prima
- Chanson de nuit, Op.15 No. 1
- Chanson de matin, Op.15 No. 2
Music reviews of Symphony 1 in A Flat / Serenade for Strings / Chansons
Music Review: Magnificent Elgar
Rating: 5 Stars
My only recording of Elgar's First Symphony was the recording made by the composer in the 1920's; an excellent reading but the sound quality does not match this excellent recording made in 1977. The performance of the symphony is excellent with a steady tempo that is never forced; the nobility of the music is beautifully conveyed and the transfer to CD is very good. The opening slow procession of the first movement is very effective and goes on from there with the London Philharmonic given a vigorous reading of the scherzo and an expressive and thoughtful adagio. The finale steadily builds from the lento beginning to the orchestral climax and restatement of the procession melody from the first movement. The brass section, in particular, play with great passion, producing a full and glorious sound that is also well-balanced with the orchestra.
The Serenade and the short Chanson de nuit and Chanson de matin are played tenderly with nice expression that does not become sentimental; they fill-ups go along nicely with the symphony. There are many recordings of Elgar's First Symphony but I think if you want one with some authority behind it - Adrian Boult was a longtime friend of the composer - this recording is a must.
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