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Title: First rate classical disc
Review: This disc was something of a shot in the dark for me as I had never heard this orchestra or conductor before, and I had'nt heard the Bartok work, but it turned out to be a really good choice. As the other reviewer mentions, the works are given a strong performance, all the orchestral color and drama are brought out to a nice effect. I don't have any to compare with except a London Lp of Ansermet conducting the Stravinsky piece. There actually are'nt that many versions of it out there. The Firebird is more popular. If you like Stravinsky's Ballet pieces, this is one to try. Also of note is the engineering by Brad Sayles, this disc sounds excellent, it has the right perspective for my preference.....not so close that the hall ambience is lost, and not so far away that everything gets muddled, it's just right. A very enjoyable disc that most classical music aficianados should find hard to fault.
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