Sibelius Tone Poems 4 LP Box Set Paavo Berglund Bournemouth EMI SLS 5269 Vinyl
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Jean Sibelius
Orchestral Works | Berglund & Bournemouth | 4-LP Box SetA definitive collection of Nordic Romanticism on vintage EMI vinyl.
Immerse yourself in the rugged landscapes and sweeping melodies of Finland with this exceptional 4-LP Box Set of Jean Sibelius's orchestral works. Issued in 1982 by His Master's Voice (EMI), this compilation (SLS 5269) captures the renowned partnership between the Finnish conductor Paavo Berglund and the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.
Berglund is widely regarded as one of the supreme interpreters of Sibelius, known for bringing an authentic, structural clarity and raw power to the music. From the patriotic fervor of Finlandia to the haunting depths of Tapiola and the Karelia Suite, these analogue recordings are celebrated for their warmth, dynamic range, and atmospheric depth.
"Berglund's Sibelius is elemental—carved from granite and ice. A must-have for the audiophile."Collection Highlights
🇫🇮 The Definitive Conductor Paavo Berglund brings his native understanding to the music, offering performances that are authoritative, unsentimental, and deeply moving. 🎻 Bournemouth Sound The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra delivers a rich, textured performance that perfectly suits the Romantic scope of Sibelius's tone poems. 🔊 Analog Warmth Pressed in 1982, these discs represent the late-era peak of EMI's analogue production, offering superior soundstage and clarity. 📦 Complete Package Includes the original presentation box and a detailed booklet with liner notes by experts like Robert Layton and Bryan Crimp.Track Listing
LP 1: Tone PoemsSide A: Luonnotar, Op. 70 | Pohjola’s Daughter, Op. 49
Side B: En Saga, Op. 9 | The Oceanides, Op. 73
Side C: King Christian II Suite (Nocturne, Élégie, Musette, Sérénade, Ballade) | The Bard
Side D: Karelia Suite (Intermezzo, Alla Marcia) | Spring Song | Scènes Historiques Suite No. 1
Side E: Lemminkäinen’s Return | Tapiola, Op. 112
Side F: Pelléas et Mélisande - Incidental Music (Full Suite)
Side G: Finlandia, Op. 26 | The Swan of Tuonela | Valse Triste | Scene with Cranes
Side H: Swanwhite Suite | Serenade No. 2 (Violin: Ida Haendel) | Humoreske No. 5
Item Specifications
Composer Jean Sibelius Conductor / Orchestra Paavo Berglund / Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Label / Cat. No. His Master's Voice (EMI) / SLS 5269 Format 4 x Vinyl LP Box Set (Stereo) Release Year 1982 (UK Pressing) Genre Classical / RomanticCondition Report
Status: Used Condition
This box set has been carefully preserved by a collector.
- Vinyl: The records appear clean and glossy with minimal signs of play. Labels are crisp and free from spindle marks.
- Box: The outer box is solid and intact, showing only light shelf wear consistent with its age (40+ years).
- Inserts: Includes the original booklet in good condition.
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