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In the Thread: Tchaikovsky Symphony #4
Post Subject: Re: The Fifth SymphonyPosted by Ronnie on: 3/6/2006
Yes! The first movement of the fourth certainly is wonderful.
This is great music, and the images of furry hats marching to tragic war in -60C winter when I hear these symphonies have disappeared, leaving only the sense of greatness of spirit.
The #6 is new to me, and hasn't really caught my attention. Recently brought home a version which sports both crucifix, skull and old books on the cover! Gorg Ramifski and Leipzig Pro Arte Symphony Orchestra. Haven't listened to it... GORG?! 
Interesting how the greatness of their works, and the "mental illness" of Tchaikovsky and of Nietzsche (the guy who gave name to Dimas SS amp!) coincided in the end of the 1880-ies.Rerurn to Romy the Cat's Site