Title: A real joy
Product review: I bought this CD for the Schumann 4th. I have his 4 symphonies in Sawallisch interpretation which I like very much (the Dresden Staatskapelle is wonderfully caught), but in the case of the 4th, I have always found his tempi were too quick. This is particularly evident in the first movement, where Sawallisch seems too hurried and also in the beautiful slow movement. In contrast, Furtwaengler tempi in the four movements immediately win you over. The sound is dated, of course, but the ears quickly adjust, and musically it's a wonderful experience. The Haydn too is a joy to hear. Highly recommended.
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