BBC Symphony Orchestra, Jiri Belohlavek
Chandos CHSA5109 (hybrid SACD)
Two intensely lyrical, beautifully orchestrated symphonic poems brought vividly to life by Belohlavek and the orchestra whose reins he relinquishes this year. A Summer's Tale is perhaps best seen as a sequel to the harrowing Asrael Symphony, Suk finding, rather than cruelty and unfairness, the consolation and warmth the natural world can bring. Prague is an earlier work, an affectionate tribute to the composer's home city and here a generous and welcome coupling. The recording is demonstration quality in both stereo and surround: these works have never sounded better.
*****
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