Odense Symphony Orchestra, Edward Serov – Nielsen: Symphony No. 3 Op. 27, Andante tranquillo, Maskerade Overtures, Scherzo (KON 32203)

Kontrapunkt 32203

Carl Nielsen: SYMPHONY No. 3

SINFONIA ESPANSIVA OP. 27

ANDANTE TRANQUILLO

SCHERZO

MASKARADE SUITE

Odense Symphony Orchestra

Edward Serov conductor

Eva Hess Thaysen soprano , Lars Thodberg Bertelsen baritone

total playing time 61:20

recorded Dec. 1994 & Jan. 1995

The increasingly popular Nielsen symphony series reached its fifth volume here including two pieces for string orchestra: Andante Tranquillo and Scherzo which are premier recordings. Earlier releases received a number of favourable reviews: KPT 321771 “… one of the most interesting interpretations available in the market now…the orchestra presentation is absolutely impeccable …” (The Jutland Post)

KPT 32178 “… The Odense orchestra play with sensitivity and a total commitment throughout …” (The Gramophone)

1. Symphony No 3 Sinfonia Espansica Op. 27: Allegro espansivo (Carl Nielsen)
2. Symphony No 3 Sinfonia Espansica Op. 27: Andante pastorale (Carl Nielsen)
3. Symphony No 3 Sinfonia Espansica Op. 27: Allegretto un poco (Carl Nielsen)
4. Symphony No 3 Sinfonia Espansica Op. 27: Finale. Allegro (Carl Nielsen)
5. Andante Tranquillo (Carl Nielsen)
6. Scherzo (Carl Nielsen)
7. Maskarade Suite: Ouverture (Carl Nielsen)
8. Maskarade Suite: Ouverture 2nd Act (Carl Nielsen)
9. Maskarade Suite: Hanedans (Carl Nielsen)

UPC/EAN: 716043220328