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The recent outpouring of Sibelius Third symphonies has shed remarkable light on this seemingly reticent work, from Mustonen’s radically neoclassical rendition (also on Ondine) to
Leif Segerstam’s new Sibelius cycle continues in strength with this fine pairing. Symphony No. 2 receives a first-rate performance that offers biting energy and taut
Oceanides is one of the best musical depictions of the sea ever composed; you can almost feel the waves, tides, and currents. Leif Segerstam ideally
This set, well-sung and characterized, handsomely played, and priced-to-sell, is sunk by its recording. Recorded live on stage in Stockholm, the voices are given preference,
Archipel des solitudes is a gorgeous setting for mezzo-soprano, chorus, and orchestra of some very evocative poetry by Gilles Gourdon. Here’s a sample: “The spider,
Generic Mahler. Interesting concept. Chandos waited a long time before releasing this Fourth outside of Segerstam’s uneven complete set. They need not have bothered. Usually
This is a re-release from Leif Segerstam’s early 1990s complete Mahler cycle that featured big-hearted, intense, large-scale interpretations supported by committed, full-throated playing by the
Sibelius completists will appreciate the chance to hear two “world premiere” recordings of cantatas written for celebratory events in Finland in 1894 and 1896. The
