Michael Holmes conducts Sibelius 7th Symphony (Part 3)

[shostakov66]

a soupson in C.....

[ProTwoAm]

A wonderful performance of this most unique piece. "Symphony"? How many symphonies last only 20-some minutes? More like a "concerto". Yet so perfect, so seamless. So idyllic, yet so mighty! IMO this is the most perfect "symphony" ever written. Bravo to Jean Sibelius and to Mr. Holmes!

[thebloads]

can i buy it on amazon?

[erikstijnen]

I wish there was a professional recording available of this performance mr. Holmes. Absolutely incredible :)

[msholmes]

Dank u wel!

[msholmes]

There is only a live audio file that I have. I will be happy to email it to you, or send a downloadable internet link. Please send me your email address in a private email.

[simonroyboswell]

The next transition 0'13"> is wonderfully incisive & pleasingly paced, leading effectively into the third awesome climax 0'51">. Holmes controls the tension perfectly, holding back until the reprise of the trombone theme 1'15"> before piling on the conflicting layers of sound to build a terrifying, almost unbearable peak of dissonance 2'30">2'41" then releasing it steadily and masterfully via the impassioned string line 2'42"> to the comforting 3'31"> and stoic ending: a most moving conclusion.

[Tapkaara]

Kudos to you, Mr. Holmes, for an outstanding performance of this symphony. Tempi were perfectly judged, textures were nicely balanced. Even a great "slideshow" accompaniment. Any recordings available?

[msholmes]

Thank you! All of my recordings are live and were made by my single stereo mic. Most of the ones I want released are on my YouTube channel. Have you seen/heard the others?

[Tapkaara]

Superb!!!!

[msholmes]

Thanks!

[msholmes]

Many thanks! Conducting in that beautiful city on the Black Sea was a great memory for me!

[aloc102]

your sibelius is WONDERFUL!

[msholmes]

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