RICHARD STRAUSS (1864-1949): Josephslegende, Op. 63, Festmarsch in E Flat, Op. 1, Love Scene from Feuersnot, Op. 50.
Catalogue Number: 07P039
Label: Chandos
Reference: CHSA 5120
Format: CD
Price: $18.98
Description: Although the once-neglected Diaghilev ballet Josephslegende (1912-14), rarely performed in the composer's lifetime, now has several recordings available, we offer this primarily for the Festmarsch, a six-minute work by the 12-year-old Strauss, heavily influenced by Beethoven (there are several Festmarsches by Strauss; this one has no other recording available). Oh, and the booklet contains a complete synopsis of the ballet: 12 pages! You can imagine all the choreography as you listen. Royal Scottish National Orchestra; Neeme Järvi. SACD hybrid