Classical Music CDs Round-Up 3

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Classical Music CDs Round-Up 3

The pick of the latest Classical CDs

by TheartsdeskFriday, 11 December 2009

CD of the Month: 'All the frisson of live performances but none of the technical disadvantages'

Our pick of the latest Classical CDs ranges from Tchaikovsky's first and final symphonies to Greek-themed songs by Schubert, by way of late Stravinsky ballets, rare Roussel, a complete Sibelius cycle, cross-over music for recorder and a Superman Symphony. Our reviewers this month are Edward Seckerson, Graham Rickson and Ismene Brown.

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