Various Composers - Chicago Symphony Orchestra with Boulez

Information

• Richard Strauss - Also sprach Zarathustra, Op. 30
• Béla Bartók - The Miraculous Mandarin, Sz. 73
• Béla Bartók - Dance Suite, Sz. 77
• Béla Bartók - Hungarian Sketches, Sz. 97
• Béla Bartók - The Wooden Prince, Sz. 60: 5th & 6th Dances
• Igor Stravinsky - The Firebird, K10
• Igor Stravinsky - Fireworks, Op. 4, K7
• Igor Stravinsky - 4 Etudes for Orchestra, K51
• Edgar Varèse - Ionisation
• Gustav Mahler - Symphony No. 1 in D Major: II. Kräftig bewegt, doch nicht zu schnell
• Béla Bartók - Rhapsody No. 1 for Violin and Orchestra, Sz. 87
• Béla Bartók - Rhapsody No. 2 for Violin and Orchestra, Sz. 90

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Pierre Boulez, conductor

Compilation: 2025

Label: UME - Global Clearing House

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The Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is one of America’s most distinguished and celebrated orchestras, known for its powerful sound, technical precision, and artistic versatility. Founded in 1891, the CSO has built a storied legacy under the leadership of legendary conductors such as Fritz Reiner, Georg Solti, and Riccardo Muti. Based at Symphony Center in downtown Chicago, the orchestra has earned international acclaim through its extensive touring, award-winning recordings, and commitment to both classical masterworks and contemporary compositions. The CSO is also a key cultural institution in Chicago, engaging with the community through education programs and innovative performances. With a reputation for excellence and a rich, expressive style, the Chicago Symphony continues to be a cornerstone of the global classical music scene.