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Elgar
Variations
on an Original Theme, op.36 'Enigma' |
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The composition of the Enigma Variations famously began with an
extemporary piano improvisation. From this momentary inspiration
emerged the work that would secure Elgar's international reputation and
enduring popularity.
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See
our composer biography here.
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Musica
recommended recording |
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Orchestra: London
Symphony |
Orchestra
website |
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Conductor:
Pierre Monteux |
Monteux
bio page |
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Label:
Decca |
Label
website |
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Catalogue
Ref: 452303-2DCS |
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Barcode: |
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Release
Date: July 1997 |
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More information about this recording |
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Label
(Decca) |
Decca
disc information |
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Pierre Monteux's 1958 performance has remained the benchmark recording
of the Enigma Variations - although as a conductor dedicated to live
performance he remained sturdily indifferent to recording fame.
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