Immerse yourself in the timeless compositions of Jean Sibelius with the album "Beecham Conducts Sibelius," released on October 15, 2021, under SOMM Recordings. This captivating collection showcases the mastery of Sibelius through a live performance of his Symphony No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 39, divided into four stirring movements: I. Andante ma non troppo - Allegro energico, II. Andante, III. Scherzo. Allegro, and IV. Finale. Quasi una fantasia - Andante - Allegro molto. The album also features exquisite excerpts from Scènes historiques II, Op. 66, including the enchanting II. Minnelaulu and the evocative III. Nostosillalla. Rounding out the experience is the bonus track "Playing for Beecham," adding a unique dimension to this orchestral journey. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a testament to Sibelius's enduring legacy in the classical music realm.
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