Simon Corley ([log in to unmask]) wrote:

>But where is the classical Furtwangler performance with the BPO (DG,
>May 14th, 1953)?

Is this the disc with the Furtwangler symphony on it as well as the
Schumann 4th? If so, what's F's piece like?

>Inbal and Jordan seem surprising, but I've never heard them in this piece.

The Inbal is on Philips Duo 438 341-2 the four symphonies - performances
from 1971 and 1972.  I particularly like their 3rd.  Inbal seems to be a
true Schumannian (Schumanniac?) The Jordan is on Erato 2292-45496-2 four
symphonies - recorded 1990.  Again, Jordan has a natural feel for the
spirit of these works, especially in his choice of tempi.

Thanks for the other recommendations

Cathy Guerney