I myself have been charmed in the past by regional orchestras playing major league music: their edge-of-seat playing and palpable projection of wonder and discovery can often refresh jaded ears. But will the charm last upon repeated listening?
"This is not the most electric Resurrection I've ever heard, but it's one of the most heartfelt. Noseda's unadorned approach to this great score reminds me of Leo Svárovský's recording of Janáček's Glagolitic Mass; also made with a regional band; it strips away all the accretions that have taken the shine off these much-loved pieces. Indeed, hearing that and Noseda's Resurrection is like experiencing this music for the very first time. In short, immensely rewarding all round."
Hmmm. Has anyone else here checked this recording out? Speaking of recording, Fone used analog tape, and has issued the symphony on Lp, SACD, etc. They also use RCA's favorite microphones from the 50s.
Toys aside, I'm intrigued. It certainly might be more interesting and involving than Eschenbach's on Ondine with the poor Philadelphia Orchestra. Or Haitink's recent driver assist effort in Chicago.
