Debussy: La Mer, La Boîte à joujoux (Children's Ballet), Prélude à l'áprès-midi d'un faune

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London Symphony Orchestra
Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor

Repertoire
La boîte à joujoux (The Toybox), ballet, L. 128
Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune (Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun), for orchestra, L. 86
La Mer, symphonic sketches for orchestra, L. 109

Tilson Thomas' conception of the pieces as fiery and radiant is certainly commendable, and he is able to realize his conception in sharply drawn, brilliantly colorful, and powerfully driven performances.
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