John Smyth writes: >Those of you who have passed over the Chandos/Jarvi recording of the >Kalinnikov #1 over the years, (as I have), wondering if any of it's >worthwhile, well, I finally went for it. ($5.99 at Tower Outlet) I have heard the Jarvi. Kuchar on Naxos 8.553417 (coupled with the 2nd) is better. Jarvi sounds, as always to me, like he's late for a plane. The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine also has a better woodwind section. >Ear candy? Yes, but *oh* what a beautiful and touching slow mov't. Amen. Those who know Tchaikovsky's Symphony #1, Winter Dreams, will appreciate it, though Kalinnikov's is hardly a cheap imitation. >Many may cast a "jaundiced ear" towards the Russian Romantic symphonists, >but for those that have a soft spot, I recommend the Kalinnikov. Those >afraid that they'll end up with another Rimsky 1st, have no fear: the >Kalinnikov comes to life in a very sincere and melodious way. And another amen. I first heard this symphony with Kondrashin conducting. It is no Rimsky. Listeners will be rewarded over and over. I am now. Peace, bob stumpf