20th century classics

EMI has released a set of recordings from their huge back catalog devoted to major works (classics, if you will) of the previous century.  There is a lot of great stuff to be found on these discs, including some definitive performances.  Here’s a rundown and information on where to order or download:

Messiaen

Turangalila Symphony
Quartet for the End of Time
Theme and Variations for cello and piano

Hindemith

Symphony ‘Mathis der Maler’
Concert Music, op. 50
Der Schwanendreher for viola and orchestra
Symphonia Serena
Symphonic Metamorphosis
Nobilissima Visione

Nielsen

Symphony No. 5
Violin Concerto
Flute Concerto
Clarinet Concerto
Wind Quintet in A major

Dutilleux

Le Loup
Cello Concerto “Tout un Monde Lointain”
Violin Concerto “L’Arbe Des Songes”
Metaboles
The Shadows of Time
Symphony No. 2

You can find all of these albums available for download at iTunes here.
And physical CD’s for purchase at Arkiv Music here.

Also featured:

Prokofiev
Suk
Bartók
Schoenberg