Serenade for Strings & Introduction and Allegro for Strings

Edward Elgar

Recordings

Top Choice

Sir John Barbirolli / Sinfonia of London

1963 Excellent recording quality, great depth.

One of the all-time classic recordings (from the English String Music disc). Has Barbirolli's qualities of warmth, passion, and humanity. They really dig into the music. Just gorgeous stuff.

Also Worth Hearing

Christopher Warren-Green / London Chamber Orchestra

1988 Digital sound, very clean and crisp.

A supplement. A little lighter, but really beautiful. Has an ethereal, mystical quality. Also includes Vaughan Williams' Lark Ascending.