Finlandia, Valse Triste & The Swan of Tuonela
Jean Sibelius
Recordings
Top Choice
Herbert von Karajan / Berlin Philharmonic
1984 Excellent digital sound. Coupled with Grieg's Peer Gynt.Top recommendation. Finlandia opens dramatically with a beautifully played tune. Passionate and soulful. The strings play beautifully in Valse Triste and especially The Swan of Tuonela. Gorgeous.