Alexandersson, Helmer: Symphony No. 2, Overture in C minor

CDS 1076-2 Helmer Alexandersson (1886-1927): Overture in C minor; Symphony No. 2 in G minor. Uppsala Chamber Orchestra conducted by Paul Mägi.

Here is nothing less than a Swedish Tchaikovsky! A very talented Romantic Swede with a gift for massive writing and large chorale melodies with a very personal touch- although influenced by Tchaikovsky in his impassioned writing.