Elgar: Symphony no. 2 / Hoddinott: Investiture Dances
To celebrate the 60th birthday of the oldest national youth orchestra in Europe, a sparkling and brilliant performance of Elgar’s Second Symphony, and the only recording available of the three Investiture Dances by Wales’ premier composer.
Track Listing
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Edward Elgar:
- Symphony no. 2 in E flat major, op. 63 − I. Allegro vivace e nobilmente (19:00)
- Symphony no. 2 in E flat major, op. 63 − II. Larghetto (14:15)
- Symphony no. 2 in E flat major, op. 63 − III. Rondo (8:20)
- Symphony no. 2 in E flat major, op. 63 − IV. Moderato e maestoso (15:00) Alun Hoddinott:
- Investiture Dances, op. 66 − I. Allegro (2:32)
- Investiture Dances, op. 66 − II. Andante (3:36)
- Investiture Dances, op. 66 − III. Presto (2:14)
Reviews
“truly outstanding CD…[the Symphony] is delivered with a bold fluency and deeply felt eloquence. [Hoddinott’s Dances] deserve more regular airings… an excellent disc
” —Denby Richards
“this new recording on Elgar’s magnificent 2nd symphony is a fascinating one…[the orchestra] give an excellent account of themselves.. the finale… is a tour de force. With copious notes and fine presentation, this… should prove to be a winner.
” —Gerald Fenech
“the youngsters acquit themselves splendidly ⭐️⭐️⭐️
” —Jeremy Nicholas
“a fine showing in Elgar’s 2nd symphony… a very creditable release indeed
” —Peter Spaull
“This version of Elgar 2 has a lot going for it…Hoddinott’s dances are superbly carried off by the young players. The notes by Peter Reynolds are outstandingly good having some fascinating touches woven in.
” —Rob Barnett
“A fine performance of the Symphony… really splendid… the conducting and playing are magnificent and truly moving. Way above the ordinary and very well recorded.
” —Colin Anderson
