CAPRICCIO ITALIEN; A NIGHT ON BALD MOUNTAIN; THE SORCERER'S APPRENTICE...

This recording presents works that have evolved as some of the most popular from the late 19th century. Enthusiastically played by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Eduardo Mata, this collection of music continues to be an overwhelming favorite the world over. With great magnitude, the orchestra gives striking performances of Tchaikovsky's fiery 'Capriccio Italien' as well as the whimsical, dark 'Night on Bald Mountain' by Mussorgsky.

One of the most brilliant pieces of programmatic music to date, Paul Dukas' 'Sorcerer's Apprentice' continues today as an inspired pictorial deserving of its rank among favorites for orchestras. George Enescu's 'Romanian Rhapsody No. 1' stands as a legacy to his folkloric traditions. Employing melodies and rhythms from native gypsies, Enescu gives brilliant instrumental treatment to these tunes, creating an unparalleled harmonic landscape of his homeland.

Completing the disc is Maurice Ravel's 'Bolero,' a work that undoubtedly has garnered critical acclaim through its erotic overtones and sultry, repetitious mannerisms. Ravel introduces every instrument family in the orchestra one by one, continually increasing the momentum until the final resolve. With the aid of excellent digital remastering, this recording demonstrates supreme performances by one of America's leading orchestras.