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| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Symphony No. 1, FS 16: I. Allegro orgoglioso - Carl Nielsen | |||
| 2. Symphony No. 1, FS 16: II. Andante - Carl Nielsen | |||
| 3. Symphony No. 1, FS 16: III. Allegro comodo - Carl Nielsen | |||
| 4. Symphony No. 1, FS 16: IV. Finale: Allegro con fuoco - Carl Nielsen | |||
| 5. Symphony No. 2, FS 29 'The Four Temperaments': I. Allegro collerico - Carl Nielsen | |||
| 6. Symphony No. 2, FS 29 'The Four Temperaments': II. Allegro comodo e flemmatico - Carl Nielsen | |||
| 7. Symphony No. 2, FS 29 'The Four Temperaments': III. Andante malinconico - Carl Nielsen | |||
| 8. Symphony No. 2, FS 29 'The Four Temperaments': IV. Allegro sanguineo - Carl Nielsen | |||
| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Symphony No. 3 'Sinfonia espansiva': I. Allegro espansivo - C. Nielsen | |||
| 2. Symphony No. 3 'Sinfonia espansiva': II. Andante pastorale - C. Nielsen | |||
| 3. Symphony No. 3 'Sinfonia espansiva': III. Allegretto un poco - C. Nielsen | |||
| 4. Symphony No. 3 'Sinfonia espansiva': IV. Finale: Allegro - C. Nielsen | |||
| 5. Maskarade - Overture - C. Nielsen | |||
| 6. Aladdin, FS 89 - Suite (1919): I. Oriental Festive March - C. Nielsen | |||
| 7. Aladdin, FS 89 - Suite (1919): II. Aladdin's Dream And Dance Of The Morning Mist - C. Nielsen | |||
| 8. Aladdin, FS 89 - Suite (1919): III. Hindu Dance - C. Nielsen | |||
| 9. Aladdin, FS 89 - Suite (1919): IV. Chinese Dance - C. Nielsen | |||
| 10. Aladdin, FS 89 - Suite (1919): V. The Marketplace In Ispahan - C. Nielsen | |||
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If Nielsen had practiced his craft in Vienna or Munich, his symphonies might be better known. This two-CD set shows he was a master of the big Romantic symphony. His brass choruses make this "Bruckner meets Charles Ives."
Although the "Inextinguishable" (No. 4 on the second set in this series) is the most well-known of the six symphonies, Symphony No. 3 "Sinfonia espansiva" deserves a more prominent place in the repertory. In this performance it yelps and leaps with delight all the way to a dramatic conclusion.
Herbert Blomstedt led the San Francisco Symphony for a happy decade before turning over the reins to Michael Tilson Thomas. This is a world-class orchestra and Herb channels his inner Nielsen in this set. It's hard to believe that a better Nielsen cycle exists--or will ever exist.
By John Kwok
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Format:Audio CD
This excellent Decca/London two CD set includes Blomstedt's splendid interpretations of Nielsen's first three symphonies and the Aladdin Suite. Those who say that Michael Tilson Thomas is responsible for the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra's stature as an internationally renowned ensemble should hear Blomstedt's recordings with the San Francisco Symphony; his Nielsen symphony cycle is widely acclaimed as among his best. Blomstedt emphasizes the Romantic qualities inherent in these early Nielsen scores, leading the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra in brisk, vibrant performances. The sound quality is absolutely first rate for these early digital recordings; I doubt they could be enhanced further with the latest digital image-bit remastering.
By Karl Henning
Format:Audio CD
Great sound, great performances, great music. (Long version follows.)
For years, all I knew of Nielsen's work was the brilliant clarinet concerto. I can't give a good answer to the question, "Why haven't you sought ought his other music sooner?" Especially now that I have heard all six symphonies, and the other concerti.
This two-disc set I have found resiliently re-visit-able, from the impressively-assured first symphony, to the effulgent Sinfonia espansiva. And particularly the colorful "Aladdin" Suite, which features the Western orchestra producing marvelous Mid-Eastern effects.
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Good performances of good music
This set shows the younger, romantic side of Nielsen. Musically he is as conservative as Bruckner in these symphonies. Read more
Published on July 16 2001 by jhorro
5.0 out of 5 stars
actually I'd give it six stars if possible
as a Dane I cannot think of anything more radically Scandinavian than the musical language spoken in Espansiva. Read more
Published on April 20 2001 by "a.krag@mail.dk"
5.0 out of 5 stars
An essential recording of one of the greatest symphonies
My love affair with classical music began as a teenager in the 60's. One of the favorite LPs in my collection was Bernstein's performance of the Espansiva on Columbia records. Read more
Published on Jan 27 2001 by Daniel R. Greenfield
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Symphonic Cycle with Great Bonuses
I also wrote a review for 4-6, the second companion volume to 1-3, but I'd just like to emphasize that the first volume and the second volume go hand in hand. Read more
Published on July 20 2000 by Ed Luhrs
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great, important music... and good value, too!
Blomstedt's complete Nielsen cycle is one of, if not the finest one out there right now, and now that it's been issued on two bargain double cds (two for the price of one! Read more
Published on Jun 30 2000 by Eric Brinkmann
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