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Symphony No. 5 - Valentin Silvestrov

Information about Symphony No. 5 by Valentin Silvestrov, and the best recordings available on CD or for download.

Considered to be Silvestrov's masterpiece.

The work was written in 1980-1982, and consists of one movements lasting a total of approximately 46 minutes.

RECOMMENDED RECORDINGS

Saraste (BIS BIS-CD1703)

BIS-CD1703

A fine interpretation, well recorded and highly recommended.

Lahti Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Jukka-Pekka Saraste.

BIS BIS-CD1703

Coupled with Symphony No. 4

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Borejko (Megadisc Classics MGD 7836)

MGD 7836

The Ural Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Andrej Borejko.

Megadisc Classics MGD 7836

Coupled with Symphony for Baritone and Orchestra (Exegi monumentum)

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