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Better that the Chesky CD
I have this on CD for many years and always enjoyed it. It was a real thrill to find this on HDTT and the sound does not disappoint.
United KingdomSibelius 2 Barbirolli
This great performannce of the 2nd Symphony sounds it's best in this excellent transfer. Recommended at the highest level
Hong KongSibelius Symphony No.2. Barbirolli RPO
I have long had the cd version. This transfer sounds better all round. As for the performance, I have never heard a more emotionally engaging reading. it is the real thing.
United Statesbarbirolli and sibelius
john barbirolli and sibelius , an old emission by reader digest recorded by decca engineers. wonderful sound and amazing interpretation I listened to previous chesky records cd and the sound was excellent,but this remastering is better
United StatesA legendary classic in the best sound ever.
This wonderful performance never sounded better. I, too, have had various incarnations of it through the years, but this sonically beats them all. A must have.
Description:
Title: Composed By – Sibelius
Conductor – Sir John Barbirolli
Orchestra – The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Recording Info: Engineer – K. E. Wilkinson
Producer – Charles Gerhardt
Recorded by RCA for Readers Digest Oct. 1 and 9, 1962 in Walthamstow Town Hall, London, England
1 Allegretto 10:10
2 Tempo Andante, Ma Rubato 14:22
3 Vivacaissimo 6:01
4 Finale. (Allegro Moderato) 13:47
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