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This disc combines two remastered classic Mahler recordings--Szell's Cleveland account of the fourth symphony from 1965 and Davis' reading of the Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen from 1978--and the pairing is inspired. The Cleveland Orchestra has always had a reputation for phenomenal accuracy and brilliance, and Szell harnesses these qualities to give an almost supernaturally clear account of Mahler's score. Details of lower-string phrasing, thrown-away woodwind chirrups and muted trumpets supporting a melody are given just the right amount of emphasis to make the surface texture sparkle with life. But more importantly Szell also captures the overall mood of ironic playfulness, while heeding Mahler's own direction with regard to the childlike last movement--"without parody". There is a minor jolt between the symphony and the Lieder--not just in the recording levels, but in suddenly entering Davis's much more impressionistic approach to Mahler. But once adjustment has been made, the rewards are great. He focuses everything on Stade's glorious voice and less on the details of orchestration, which makes for a sympathetic, flexible accompaniment and moving performance of great pathos. --Warwick Thompson

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   6 of 6 people found the following review helpful: The best there is, 19 Feb 2004 By A Customer An all-time classic recording of one of Mahler's finest symphonies. It is beautifully played and Szell is never self-indulgent; as a result the orchestration is laid out more clearly than in any modern recording and the emotional impact is overwhelming. Nothing else comes close - and it's the cheapest.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: A symphony of music and song!, 14 Jan 2004 By A Customer This CD combines one of Mahler's less well known symphonies with his Songs of a Wayfarer. Both are excellent performances and provide a good overview in themselves of Mahler's art, dramatic, emotional symphonic music and beautiful, soul penetrating song. The orchestras and singers all perform to a high standard and the recording is good. It is recommended by the Penguin Guide too.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) › See all 2 customer reviews...		Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews