Walton: Symphonies Nos. 1 & 2 - Bbc Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins

The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Martyn Brabbins gives invigorating and authoritative performances of William Walton’s masterful symphonies. Walton spent three years perfecting his dramatic first symphony. The work met with an ecstatic critical reception and has remained popular ever since. The second symphony is more concise and refined. This masterpiece was slow to emerge from the shadow of its predecessor. Also included is the intimate orchestral work Siesta.