After the successful reissue of Beethoven (Complete Symphonies), Mozart (Essential Symphonies) and Haydn (London Symphonies), here comes the next instalment with symphonic (and choral) repertoire performed by Sir Roger Norrington, former chief conductor of the Radio Symphonic Orchestra of the SWR. Three of the most important and popular sacred music works from the 19th century, presented together in a boxed set.

Sir Roger Norrington was chief conductor of the former Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra (today the SWR Symphonieorchester) for 13 years. During this time he has caused a stir internationally with what has come to be termed ‘The Stuttgart Sound’: a synthesis of historically-informed performance practice with the technical capabilities of a modern orchestra. Whether in Mozart, Haydn, Bruckner or Brahms, Norrington has sought to capture the performance experience of the time, adjusting the orchestra’s size and seating plan to create an authentic sound without vibrato. His artistic credo was to keep as close as possible to the composer’s expectations.