Stravinsky's own performances of his orchestral works (also issued by Sony), whatever their technical shortcomings, are the place where we start consideration of recordings. Michael Tilson Thomas is a better leader of orchestras than Stravinsky was. His musicians play (and sing) more precisely for him, and of course they are far better recorded. So, actually, this is a highly attractive disc, and can be recommended as a good second opinion. The rhythmic impulse of Stravinsky's own performances, though, remains unique and definitive.
- Leslie Gerber
Track listing:
Symphony of Psalms, for chorus & orchestra
1. Part I. Exaudi orationem meam 3:09
2. Part II. Expectans expectavi Dominum 6:45
3. Part III. Alleluja. Laudate Dominum 12:13
Symphony in C, for orchestra in C major
4. I. Moderato alla breve 9:02
5. II. Larghetto concertante 5:50
6. III. Allegretto 4:46
7. IV. Largo – Tempo giusto, alla breve 7:23
Symphony in Three Movements, for orchestra
8. I. Overture. Allegro 9:20
9. II. Andante – Interlude: L’istesso tempo 6:23
10. III. Con moto 6:15
