Could I please aks for recommendations of Prokofiev's Romeo & Juliet (need
not be complete). I'd like stunning sound and playing with rich bass and
timpani, virtuoso conducting with some quicksilver tempi when required and
a sense of 'story' and emotion. That's all!
I've heard the MTT/SFSO which is excellent except a little bass-light. The
Cleveland/Maazel recording is brilliantly played but also a little light
footed.
I see the BPO/Salonen digital recording is now at superbudget price. This
looks tempting.
Many thanks inadvance,
David Harbin
Nottingham, UK