The Nutcracker, Op. 71 (Complete Ballet) / Serenade In C Major, Op. 48
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Antal Dorati was one of the great interpreters of the orchestral repertoire, and this 1991 Mercury recording captures the London Symphony Orchestra and Philharmonia Hungarica in vibrant form. The Nutcracker remains Tchaikovsky's most beloved ballet—a feast of melody, orchestration, and theatrical color—while the Serenade for Strings showcases his gift for soaring, generous melodic writing. Dorati's approach is straightforward and spirited, letting Tchaikovsky's genius speak directly. Mercury Living Presence recordings are known for excellent sound quality, and this complete version makes an ideal entry point for newcomers to ballet music while offering serious collectors both technical authority and interpretive clarity. Essential listening for anyone discovering or rediscovering this cornerstone of the classical repertoire.
Item Details+
| Genre | Classical |
| Style | Romantic |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | Carefully packed and shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping! |
| Label | Mercury |
| Year | 1991 |
| Country | US |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
The Nutcracker Op 71 (Complete Ballet)
Serenade For Strings In C Major, Op. 48
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