03. Franck, Mikko "3. Allegro" Sinfonie Nr. 2 (1957/1984)
04. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "1. Quasi grave"
05. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "2. Vivace"
06. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "3. Largo"
07. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "4. Presto"
Disc 02 Sinfonie Nr. 3 (1961)
01. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "1. Langsam, breit, ruhig"
02. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "2. Langsam, doch nicht schleppend"
03. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "3. Sehr schnell"
04. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "4. Bewegt" Sinfonie Nr. 4 (1962)
05. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "1. Arabescata Nr. 1"
06. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "2. Arabescata Nr. 2: Quadratus - Zigzag - Figurae - Dedicatio - Rotatus"
07. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "3. Arabescata Nr. 3"
08. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "4. Arabescata Nr. 4"
Disc 03
01. Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra "Sinfonie Nr. 5" Sinfonie Nr. 6 "Vincentiana" (1992)
02. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "1. Starry night"
03. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "2. The crows"
04. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "3. Saint-R?my"
05. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "4. Apotheosis"
Disc 04 Sinfonie Nr. 7 "Angel of Light" (1994)
01. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "1. Tranquillo"
02. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "2. Molto allegro"
03. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "3. Come un sogno"
04. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "4. Pesante - cantabile" Sinfonie Nr. 8 "The Journey" (1999)
05. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "1. Adagio assai"
06. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "2. Feroce"
07. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "3. Tranquillo"
08. Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra "4. Con grandezza"
Informations supplémentaires:
Leipzig R.s.o./ Franck/ Pommer
Description:
Labelcode OND1145.2
"The Symphonies" on CD offers a rich and varied journey through the world of orchestral music, bringing together several symphonic works that showcase the genre's expressive power and structural sophistication. This compilation emphasizes contrast and variety: lyrical slow movements are set against energetic scherzos, intimate solos against full orchestral outbursts, and classical clarity against more expansive, late-romantic textures. The result is a listening experience that can be enjoyed in a single arc or revisited work by work, each symphony revealing its own character and emotional landscape. The mention of "Various" indicates a mixed program rather than the vision of one single composer, drawing attention to the stylistic range and the different ways composers have approached the symphonic form. Careful production and a natural, detailed sound stage allow the listener to follow instrumental lines and orchestral colors with ease, whether listening on a hi-fi system or headphones. Ondine, the label responsible for this release, has built a strong international profile as a dedicated classical music producer with a focus on artistic quality and refined sound engineering. Known for thoughtful programming and collaborations with highly respected orchestras and conductors, Ondine aims to offer recordings that stand the test of time rather than quick, trend-driven releases. In "The Symphonies," this philosophy translates into a carefully assembled album that places musical substance first, offering a compelling gateway into the symphonic repertoire and reaffirming Ondine's role as a trusted name for discerning classical music listeners.