Antonin Dvorak: Symphony No. 8 in G major, Op. 88, B. 163
I. Allegro con brio
II. Adagio
III. Allegretto grazioso - Molto vivace
IV. Allegro ma non troppo
November 2004
*****
“Thomas Beecham customarily elicited playing filled with verve and distinct expressive character, but even by his standards these concert performances possess exceptional focus, energy and commitment… Recorded sound in both performances is fine for its age and provenance. Do not miss this disc.”
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