Description
Sir Thomas - Beecham (French Masterworks) / Classica D'oro Audio CD 2002 / CDO 1044
UPC 723724351325
Sir Thomas Beecham, 2nd Baronet, CH (29 April 1879 – 8 March 1961) was an English conductor and impresario best known for his association with the London Philharmonic and the Royal Philharmonic orchestras. He was also closely associated with the Liverpool Philharmonic and Hallé orchestras. From the early 20th century until his death, Beecham was a major influence on the musical life of Britain and, according to the BBC, was Britain's first international conductor.
| Label: | Classica D'oro – CDO 1044 |
|---|---|
| Format: |
CD, Album
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| Released: |
2002 |
| Genre: | Classical |
Tracklist:
1. Berlioz-Le Carnaval romain (rec. 1936) 9:01
2. Berlioz-Overture Le Corsaire”™ (rec. 1946) 7:55
Bizet-Carmen Suite (Excerpts) (rec. 1939)
3. Prélude 3:40
4. Entr’acte-Intermezzo 4:39
5. La Garde Montante-Les Dragons d’Alcala 4:10
6. Danse boheme 4:48
Bizet-L’Arlésienne Suites 1 & 2 (Excerpts) (rec. 1936)
7. Prelude 7:29
8. Minuet 3:25
9. Adagietto 3:34
10. Menuet 4:26
11. Farandole 3:37
12. Chabrier-Overture Gwendoline” (rec. 1955) 17:18
- Orchestra - London Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Conducted by - Sir Thomas Beecham
