Emil Telmányi, the violinist for the Sibelius Concerto, was married to Carl Nielsen's daughter and was considered an acknowledged authority on Nielsen's Violin Concerto.
Recording & Production
Most of the material on this album was recorded on tape, but Harald Sæverud's 'Peer Gynt' music was transferred from original 78rpm shellac sources.
Critical Reception
Harald Sæverud's incidental music for 'Peer Gynt' was considered a bold and successful reinterpretation, with one newspaper stating, 'Grieg would surely turn in his grave, but Ibsen will finally lie right!'
Performer Biography
Erik Tuxen and Thomas Jensen, the conductors on this album, were the two principal conductors for the Danish State Radio Symphony Orchestra's recordings with Decca.
Performer Biography
The Danish State Radio Symphony Orchestra, featured on this album, was emerging as a world-class ensemble in the post-war years, undertaking overseas tours to the UK and USA.
Recording & Production
This album features recordings made between 1949 and 1953 by the Danish State Radio Symphony Orchestra, showcasing their distinctive sound.
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