The Beecham Collection
Elsie Morison (soprano), Alexander Young (tenor), Michael Langdon (bass)
Beecham Choral Society, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham
The best of the historic recordings, overflowing with colour and charm. Made half a century ago and now with beautifully remastered sound. —
2 CDs
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Haydn: The Seasons, Hob. XXI:3, Spring
- Elsie Morison, Michael Langdon, Alexander Young
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Beecham Choral Society
- Sir Thomas Beecham
Overture
Recitative. O see where cruel Winter (Simon)
Come, gentle Spring! (Chorus)
Haydn: The Seasons, Hob. XXI:3, Summer
- Elsie Morison, Alexander Young, Michael Langdon
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Beecham Choral Society
- Sir Thomas Beecham
Recitative. In dove-grey mantle (Lukas)
Air. The lively swain Is gathering (Nancy)
Recitative. The rosy morning now breaks forth (Nancy)
Haydn: The Seasons, Hob. XXI:3, Autumn
- Elsie Morison, Alexander Young, Michael Langdon
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Beecham Choral Society
- Sir Thomas Beecham
Overture
Recitative. All That through her blossom (Nancy)
So Nature gives reward to Zeal (Lukas, Nancy, Simon, Chorus)
Haydn: The Seasons, Hob. XXI:3, Winter
- Elsie Morison, Michael Langdon, Alexander Young
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Beecham Choral Society
- Sir Thomas Beecham
Introduction
Recitative. Now sinks the pale declining year (Simon)
Cavatina. Light and life Are both enfeeled (Nancy)