This is a particular favourite of mine. I particularly like the pure, clear texture of the instruments in this recording; they really speak to you. I also love the pacing, mood and overall feel of the interpretation. The speeds are on the slow side. The musicianship is impeccable from both the orchestra and the soloist but what I really like about this version is the poetry of the interpretation and performance. One can really visualise the scenes that are so vividly painted and the slower speeds in this case really help in portraying these evocative scenes. It comes with a high recommendation.
