Dvořák: Legends, Op. 59, Romance for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 11 & Nocturne, Op. 40

Sir Charles Mackerras brings his legendary idiomatic finesse to Dvořák’s most lyrical orchestral works in this celebrated 1993 EMI release. Featuring the complete Legends and the haunting Nocturne in B major, Mackerras balances Slavic warmth with crystalline textures, drawing sumptuous playing from the orchestra. The album is highlighted by an exquisite performance of the Romance in F minor, featuring violinist Stéphanie Gonley as soloist, whose glowing tone elevates this poetic masterpiece. A indispensable reference for lovers of Czech Romanticism.