Credits:

Bartok Concerto for Orchestra, Janacek Sinfonietta : Szell / Cleveland Orchestra

Description:

The thorough development of ensemble ability to realize rich musicality.... Bartók's "Concerto for Orchestra" is the highest expression of the lofty philosophy pursued by Sell and the Cleveland Orchestra. This is a fascinating recording with a unique sense of color that has not faded. Janacek's "Sinfonietta," which soared in popularity after it was featured in a novel that became a social bestseller in 2009, is also performed with great persuasive power and realism. The performance also shows that Szell was deeply sympathetic to the works of Eastern European composers, including those from his native Hungary. (C)RS

Tracklisting:

1.Concerto For Orchestra. Sz116 1.introduzione. Andante Non Troppo-allegro Vivace
2.Concerto For Orchestra. Sz116 2.giuoco Delle Coppie. Allegretto Scherzando
3.Concerto For Orchestra. Sz116 3.elegia. Andante Non Troppo
4.Concerto For Orchestra. Sz116 4.intermezzo Interrotto. Allegretto
5.Concerto For Orchestra. Sz116 5.finale. Pesante-presto
6.Sinfonietta For Orchestra 1.allegretto
7.Sinfonietta For Orchestra 2.andante-allegretto
8.Sinfonietta For Orchestra 3.moderato
9.Sinfonietta For Orchestra 4.allegretto
10.Sinfonietta For Orchestra 5.andante Con Moto