Symphony no. 1 / Cockaigne Overture

Album by Edward Elgar & Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra & Vasily Petrenko

Elgar's Symphony No. 1 in A-flat major, Op. 55, and the Cockaigne Overture, Op. 40, are two significant orchestral works composed in the early 20th century. The symphony, completed in 1908, showcases Elgar's mature style with its noble themes and intricate orchestration, while the Cockaigne Overture, written in 1901, offers a vibrant musical portrait of Edwardian London, capturing the city's bustling energy and diverse character.
First released: February 2015

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Cockaigne "In London Town", op. 40
    14:26
  2. 2.
    Symphony no. 1 in A-flat, op. 55: 1. Andante. Nobilimente e semplice
    18:41
  3. 3.
    Symphony no. 1 in A-flat, op. 55: 2. Allegro molto
    6:55
  4. 4.
    Symphony no. 1 in A-flat, op. 55: 3. Adagio
    11:48
  5. 5.
    Symphony no. 1 in A-flat, op. 55: 4. Lento - Allegro
    11:27

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