Sibelius: The Complete Symphonies [Box Set] [Box set]

Jean Sibelius (Artist), Alexander Gibson (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 28, 1992)
• SPARS Code: DDD
• Number of Discs: 3
• Format: Box set
• Note on Boxed Sets: During shipping, discs in boxed sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase.
• Label: Chandos
• ASIN: B000000A9D
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #565,704 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

Disc: 1

1. Symphony No. 1 In E Minor Op.39: I Andante ma non troppo - Jean Sibelius

2. Symphony No. 1 In E Minor Op.39: II Andante ma non troppo lento - Jean Sibelius

3. Symphony No. 1 In E Minor Op.39: III Scherzo: Allegro ma non troppo - Jean Sibelius

4. Symphony No. 1 In E Minor Op.39: IV Finale (Quasi una fantasia): Andante-Allegro molto - Jean Sibelius

5. Symphony No.4 In A Minor Op.63: Symph. 2: Tempo molto moderato, quasi adagio - Jean Sibelius

6. Symphony No.4 In A Minor Op.63: Allegro molto vivace - Jean Sibelius

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Disc: 2

1. Symphony No. 2 In D Major Op.43: I Allegretto - J. Sibelius

2. Symphony No. 2 In D Major Op.43: II Tempo andante ma rubato - J. Sibelius

3. Symphony No. 2 In D Major Op.43: III Vivacissimo; Lento a suave - J. Sibelius

4. Symphony No. 2 In D Major Op.43: IV Finale: Allegro moderato - J. Sibelius

5. Symphony No.5 In E Flat Major Op.82: I Tempo molto moderato-Allegro moderato - J. Sibelius

6. Symphony No.5 In E Flat Major Op.82: II Andante mosso, quasi allegretto - J. Sibelius

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Disc: 3

1. Symphony No.3 In C Major Op. 52: I Allegro moderato - J. Sibelius

2. Symphony No.3 In C Major Op. 52: II Andantino con molto, quasi allegret - J. Sibelius

3. Symphony No.3 In C Major Op. 52: III Moderato - Allegro (ma non tanto) - J. Sibelius

4. Symphony No. 6 In D Minor Op. 104: I Allegro molto moderato - J. Sibelius

5. Symphony No. 6 In D Minor Op. 104: II Allegro moderato - Poco con moto - Tempo I - J. Sibelius

6. Symphony No. 6 In D Minor Op. 104: III Poco vivace - J. Sibelius

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Customer Reviews

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Absolutely fine complete collection, October 29, 2000

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Matthew L. Pumphrey "Music aficionado" (Annapolis, MD United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sibelius: The Complete Symphonies [Box Set] (Audio CD)

On my first hearing of the forth Symphony in this collection, I was quite taken by the faster than usual pace given to this clear and precise reading. I have never heard it performed in this manner before and believe it to be very refreshing in all the symphonies stark loneliness. The Sixth symphony is also given a quick, yet poetic, reading. Putting the great performances aside, the excellent consistancy of orchestral dynamics throughout, the top-shelf professional recording, and the excellent price, make this a "MUST HAVE" in any collection (even and especially to those ears that are new to the great masters work). Highly Recommended!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A most satisfying cycle, February 15, 2007

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YIP Alex - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sibelius: The Complete Symphonies [Box Set] (Audio CD)

Cycles of Sibelius symphones abound - but this is a special one. Gloriously rich recording and totally idiomatic playing by SNO makes this a most impressive cycle. There is no weakness anywhere. Not to be missed !