Elgar: Symphonies Nos. 1-3, Enigma Variations, Cello Concerto, Marches

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Homage to William Elgar, composer and music director of the LSO in his time!Since the creation of the London Symphony Orchestra in 1904, the music and spirit of Sir Edward Elgar have always been present in the orchestra. Elgar conducted the LSO during its very first concert season in 1904-1905, and the orchestra's first principal conductor, Hans Richter, devoted himself to his music. He is the first conductor who was a fervent advocate of the composer's music, both at home and abroad. Combining a remastered collection of Elgar's best recordings by the LSO, this album demonstrates the enduring importance of Elgar's music for the LSO and showcases interpretations by conductors Barry Tuckwell, Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, Sir Colin Davis, and Sir Antonio Pappano. The album includes critically acclaimed and award-winning recordings of Elgar's Symphonies No. 1 to 3, as well as the composer's orchestral works, notably the "Enigma" Variations, the Cello Concerto, the Imperial March, and Pomp & Circumstance. An ideal program from the British composer, still so dear to the public's heart.