Robert Schumann: Complete Symphonic Works, Vol. I

Swiss conductor, composer, and oboist Heinz Holliger directs the WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln in this collection of orchestral works by Robert Schumann. Holliger's interpretations reflect extensive research into Schumann's compositions and orchestration style. This volume features the Symphony No. 1 'Spring', the Overture, Scherzo and Finale, Op. 52, and the original 1841 version of the Symphony in D minor.

Track Listing

• Symphony No. 1 in B-flat major, Op. 38 'Spring'
  • 1. I. Andante un poco maestoso – Allegro molto vivace
  • 2. II. Larghetto
  • 3. III. Scherzo. Molto vivace
  • 4. IV. Allegro animato e grazioso
• Overture, Scherzo and Finale in E major, Op. 52
  • 5. I. Overture
  • 6. II. Scherzo
  • 7. III. Finale
• Symphony in D minor (Original Version, 1841)
  • 8. I. Andante con moto – Allegro di molto
  • 9. II. Romanza. Andante
  • 10. III. Scherzo. Presto
  • 11. IV. Largo – Finale. Allegro vivace

Performers: WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, conducted by Heinz Holliger.