Alright, I need some help from you classical guys out there. I'm been checking what the Philadelphia Orchestra has playing every once in a while. From my limited experience, I like Wagner and other classical of the loud and thunderous variety. I did a search today and came across this:
September 21, 2004
The Philadelphia Orchestra
Christoph Eschenbach, conductor
Renée Fleming, soprano
Kimmel Center - Verizon Hall
Opening Night 2004
WAGNER Prelude to Act III of Lohengrin
STRAUSS Four Last Songs
DVORAK Symphony No. 8
I know the Wagner piece and really like it. Anyone familiar with the others? What are they like? Are they along the same vein? I'm thinking of getting tickets, but want some more info from you classical guys on those other pieces. I'll probably end up trying to listen to them somewhere first so I'm familiar....I may be able to download them from somewhere to get a taste.
