Hans Werner Henze: Heliogabalus Imperator - Works for Orchestra

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The relationship between Hans Werner Henze and Oliver Knussen was one of great mutual respect. The German composer admired the British conductor and composer for electrifying performances of Henzes own and other composers works. Knussen was an untiring and enthusiastic champion of his friend Henzes music. The recordings collected here display Knussens deep understanding of Henzes music. Knussen conducts the BBC Symphony Orchestra in sensitive and meticulous performances of compositions ranging from the composers middle period to his last completed work.