I'm brand new to the list, so forgive me if you covered this topic recently. I would like to hear a number of opinions about what is the best recording of Stravinsky's *Le sacre du printemps* (Rite of Spring), with explanations. I am partial to the NYPhil/Bernstein; the texture has good clarity, the solos are excellent, and I appreciate the quick tempi in the climax movements. I also love the over-romanticized fourth movement (Spring Rounds), even if Stravinsky probably wouldn't. I also like Chicago/Ozawa, and Columbia/Stravinsky. For the opening bassoon solo alone, I'm undecided, but Orchestra of St. Luke's/Craft is nice. Comments? Thanks, Thomas Jerde [log in to unmask]