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Title: Powerful reading of Shostakovich's most accessable symphony
Review: This reading by the St Louis Symphony and Mr. Slatkin has long been my favorite audio CD. Mr. Slatkin has a beautiful orchestra in the 1990's, with a powerful brass section, shimmering strings, and a polished sound. This recording of this work is far more alive than any I have heard. I had the pleasure of hearing the SLSO perform this work in 1990 or so. It was one of those "can't wait to the end to get out of our seats and shout" type of experiences. I give this recording my best recommendation.
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