Tchaikovsky: Symphonic Poems, Manfred Symphony

". . he keeps it on a tight rein with maximum intensity and real sense of electricity crackling below the surface . . . the playing of the Russian National Orchestra is thrilling." --Gramophone

"Whatever other versions you may have this issue is a must. Pletnev has quite a special feeling for Tchaikovsky's music...and essential purchase." --Rosette Recording Penguin Stereo Guide

DG have gathered together all of the symphonic poems of Tchaikovsky that Mikhail Pletnev recorded with the RNO, previously offered only in single high-price CDs of the symphonies. All the major works are there, in some stunning performances.

In addition, one of Pletnev's best recordings of Tchaikovsky, that of the Manfred Symphonic Fantasy, makes up the larger part of CD3, together offering a massive 237 minutes of music.

3 CD · MP3 320 · 512 MB