Vaughan Williams: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 5; Overture "The Wasps"

On this CD:

1. Symphony No. 4 in F minor
Composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams
Performed by BBC Symphony Orchestra

2. Symphony No. 5 in D major
Composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams
Performed by Halle Orchestra
Conducted by Sir John Barbirolli

3. The Wasps, Aristophanic Suite, for orchestra (from the incidental music) Overture, Aristophanic Suite
Composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams
Performed by Queen's Hall Orchestra
Conducted by Sir Henry J. Wood

Vaughan Williams: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 5; Overture "The Wasps", Music, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Sir Henry J. Wood, Sir John Barbirolli, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Hallé Orchestra, Queen's Hall Orchestra, 20th/21st Century Symphony, Classical, Orchestral, Orchestral & Symphonic, Suite for Orchestra, Symphonic
Vaughan Williams: Symphonies Nos. 3 & 4; Fantasia on Greensleeves
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  • An interesting combination of RVW works
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  1. Fant On Greensleeves - Philharmonia Orch/Leonard Slatkin
  2. A Pastoral Sym (No.3): Molto Moderato - Linda Hohenfeld/Hugh Bean/John Chambers/Jane Marshall
  3. A Pastoral Sym (No.3): Lento Moderato - Linda Hohenfeld/Mark David/Nigel Black
  4. A Pastoral Sym (No.3): Moderato Pesante/Presto - Linda Hohenfeld
  5. A Pastoral Sym (No.3):Lento: Moderato Maestoso - Linda Hohenfeld
  6. Sym No.4 in f: Allegro - Philharmonia Orch/Leonard Slatkin
  7. Sym No.4 in f: Andante Moderato - Kenneth Smith
  8. Sym No.4 in f: Scherzo: Allegro Molto - Philharmonia Orch/Leonard Slatkin
  9. Sym No.4 in f: Finale Con Epilogo Fugato: Allegro Molto - Philharmonia Orch/Leonard Slatkin

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Constant Lambert, the noted English composer, critic, and alcoholic, referred to Vaughan Williams's Pastoral Symphony as sounding like "a cow looking over a barn gate." An immortal quip, no doubt, but not really applicable. The countryside being illustrated isn't English at all, but rather French--the composer was stationed there during the First World War, and this provided the music's initial inspiration. The Fourth Symphony, by contrast, sounds like an imaginary soundtrack to Godzilla Eats London. It's very violent (and very exciting), and even the composer wasn't sure if he liked it. If you like your music lean and mean, then this symphony's for you. Both works are marvelously performed and recorded. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars An interesting combination of RVW works.......1999-08-04

This exploration of Greensleaves by RVW is amusing and is well executed.

Symphony no 3 is a very moving and deeply troubling work that requires concentration so as not to be overwhelmed. This recording does reflect the nature of the work and its better qualities.
Vaughan Williams: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 5
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    Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea
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    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000000SJ2
    Release Date: 1994-01-11
    Vaughan Williams: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 5; Overture "The Wasps"
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Barbirolli's Interpretation of RVW's 5th still tops!
    		 Vaughan Williams: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 5; Overture "The Wasps"

    Manufacturer: Avid [Dead]
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    Release Date: 2000-07-18

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Barbirolli's Interpretation of RVW's 5th still tops!.......1998-12-02

    Sir John, a personal acquaintance of Ralph Vaughan Williams, knew, more than any other, what was in the mind of the composer when he wrote the beautiful 5th symphony. Other than Sir Adrian Boult, who also recorded a stunning performance, no one knew the thoughts that raced through RVW's mind as the end neared of England's involvement in World War II. The composer's predictions that the world would once again be a safer place, and there would once again be harmony, are seemingly predicted in this work! Barbirolli captures the mind of RVW with this "to-the-text" interpretation. Barbirolli's command of the Halle Orchestra only examplfies that ensemble's understanding of the English mind in music. Since this was first recorded in the early 60's, it is second to none and only Sir Adrian can come close!
    Vaughan Williams: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 5; Overture "The Wasps"
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      Manufacturer: Avid Records UK
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      Release Date: 2004-06-04
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