Complete Symphonies, Violin Concerto, etc : Volmer / Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, A.Anthony(Vn)(4CD)

Sibelius Complete Symphonies
Adelaide Symphony Orchestra / Arvo Volmer conductor
Adele Anthony, violin

The greatest symphonist of the 20th century was also the last great Romantic. This release of the complete Sibelius symphonies is a landmark for an Australian orchestra. The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra are directed by their Chief Conductor Arvo Volmer in these glorious, majestic works. Also included are Sibelius favourites, Valse Triste, Finlandia and the mighty Violin Concerto (with renowned virtuoso Adele Anthony). Arvo Volmer has built an international reputation for his interpretations of the music of northern Europe, most notably his homeland Estonia and nearby Finland. On 4CDs in a stunning slipcase, this release will please the connoisseur and the collector but also holds immense appeal for those who love the majesty of a grand orchestral sound. ( ABC Classics )

All works by Jean Sibelius
CD1
1-4. Symphony No. 1 in E minor, Op. 39
5-8. Symphony No. 4 in A minor, Op. 63
Recorded 22-23 October 2007 5-8 and 30-31 July 2008 1-4 in the Adelaide Town Hall.

CD2
1-4. Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 43
5. Symphony No. 7 in C major, Op. 105
6. Finlandia
Recorded 10-13 April 2007 in the Adelaide Town Hall.

CD3
1-3. Symphony No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 82
4-7. Symphony No. 6 in D minor, Op. 104
8. Valse triste, Op. 44 No. 1
Recorded 24-25 October 2007 1-3, 8 and 1-2 August 2008 4-7 in the Adelaide Town Hall.

CD4
1-3. Symphony No. 3 in C major, Op. 52
4-6. Violin Concerto in D minor, Op. 47
Recorded 2 and 4 August 2008 1-3 and 10-12 June 2009 4-6 in the Adelaide Town Hall.