Glazunov: The Complete Symphonies & Concertos (8CD)
Smetana's predilection for anything Bohemian shines through not just in his music but also particularly in the subjects of his symphonic poems and opera. A keen dancer himself, his music often echoes his native dance tunes as well.
The composer also had a keen interest in the theatre. Hence the subjects of his early symphonic poems which were based on works by Shakespeare, Schiller and Oehlenschläger. Of his later symphonic poems the series `Má Vlast', especially `Vltava'(the Moldau) is very well-known.
Of course no orchestra but the JanáÄek Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Theodore Kuchar could play this music better: this is the genuine article. On these three CD's one can hear the ultimate performances of this most pleasant and vivacious music.
Country | USA |
Brand | CD |
Manufacturer | Brilliant Classics |
Binding | Audio CD |
ItemPartNumber | unknown |
ReleaseDate | 2008-04-01 |
UnitCount | 3 |
Format | Box set |
UPCs | 842977036343 |
EANs | 0842977036343 |