Description
The Great Classics series from Naxos is the perfect introduction to myriad genres of classical music. Comprising both complete and compiled selections from the greatest works in the repertoire, the boxes are bursting with wonderful pieces of music, both recognizable and unfamiliar. The boxes take the listener on a thrilling tour of some of the world's most dramatic musical media, encompassing music from six centuries and featuring sensational performers. All boxes come with a fascinating booklet with detailed information on the genre itself, chronological placement of each work, and a comprehensive study of the music. A fitting celebration of 25 years of superb music from Naxos, the world's favourite classical label. GREAT ROMANTIC SYMPHONIES includes Highlights CDs from the following symphonies:CD 1 Schubert Symphonies Nos. 8 and 9CD 2 Brahms Symphony No. 1 / Schumann Symphony No. 1CD 3 Brahms Symphony No. 4 / Schumann Symphony No. 4CD 4 Mendelssohn Symphonies Nos. 3 and 4CD 5 Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique / Benvenuto Cellini / Roman CarnivalCD 6 Mahler Symphony No. 1CD 7 Bruckner Symphony No. 4CD 8 Saint-Saens Symphony No. 3 / Franck Symphony in D MinorCD 9 Dvorak Symphony No. 9 / Symphonic VariationsCD 10 Strauss Alpine Symphony / Don Juan