Credits:

Kenichiro Kobayashi (conductor)

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Kenichiro Kobayashi & the Czech Philharmonic / Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 (SACD)Expressive! Meticulously crafted…Kobayashis enduring interpretation of Sibelius!In February 1995, Kobayashi conducted his first regular concert with the Czech Philharmonic, which caused quite a stir. There is an anecdote that Neumannwho held absolute authority over the Czech Philharmonic at the timeattended this concert, which took place concurrently with this recording, and after the concert, told the musicians, Kobayashi is one of the most important conductors for the future of the Czech Philharmonic. This recording stands as a historic milestone that charted a new direction for the orchestra. In addition to a meticulous analysis that leaves no note on the score unaccounted for, he generally adopts a leisurely tempo, allowing the listener to fully appreciate the expressive musical flow, the pray