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Symphony No. 1: Beethoven

Symphony No. 1: Beethoven

If you happen to not have Beethoven 1 in your collection, and do not want to spring for a set, there are literally dozens of options out there. I think the best bet would be the classic Szell/Cleveland release. Along with a great 6th, there is some great conducting, good energy and good sound.

LP Art: Mahler’s Blumine

LP Art: Mahler’s Blumine

Mahler: Symphony No. 1 With Newly Discovered “Blumine” Movement (From the Version of 1893)
The New Haven Symphony Orchestra Frank Brieff, Conductor
Columbia Odyssey 32 16 0286

Starter Collection: Mahler

Starter Collection: Mahler

Walter’s NY Phil recording of Mahler’s ‘Symphony #2 – Resurrection’ was my first experience with Mahler. I found it on a double-length cassette on the CBS Odyssey label [which eventually wore out, replaced with a double-length DG cassette by Kubelik, another great recording]. Something about the work really grabbed me, and I always end up back at this 60’s era recording by Walter. Of course this release has been long out of print, but the same recording is on the…

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BasicRep – Copland

BasicRep – Copland

BasicRep: Essential Works of the Basic Repertoire When it comes to the works of Aaron Copland, I have by far the best recording out there, with Leonard Bernstein and the NY Phil. Their recordings were put in a compilation many years ago, and it is the definitive CD of Copland’s basic works. From the suites for Rodeo and Billy the Kid to Appalachian Spring and Fanfare for the Common Man, this Bernstein Century set is great from start to finish….

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