The Czech Radio Symphony Orchestra (Bratislava), the oldest symphonic ensemble in Slovakia, was founded in 1929.
Performer Biography
Kenneth Schermerhorn was Music Director of American Ballet Theatre from 1957 until 1967.
Album & Artwork
The cover art for this album features a painting by Edvard Munch titled 'Train Smoke'.
Performer Biography
Kenneth Schermerhorn, the conductor, studied with Leonard Bernstein and became Assistant Conductor of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra for the 1954-1960 season.
Performer Biography
Kenneth Schermerhorn, the conductor on this album, began his musical career as a trumpet-player before turning to conducting during his army service.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the Concert Hall of the Czechoslovak Radio (Bratislava) from February 5th to 9th, 1988.
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