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Captured with the label’s hallmark naturalism, the orchestra is presented in a spacious, well-balanced acoustic that enhances clarity without sacrificing warmth. Strings have body and sheen, inner voices are easily discernible, and the winds retain their distinctive Viennese color while blending seamlessly into the overall texture. 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