Jean Sibelius often drew inspiration from mythological stories.
In this broadcast you will hear three symphonic poems and a suite.
Symphonic songs by Sibelius with Lise Davidsen.
Star soprano Lise Davidsen sings Sibelius.
Playlist
Jean Sibelius
Luonnotar, op. 70 (1913)
Pelléas och Mélisande, op. 46 (1904–1905)
Rakastava, op. 14 (1893, revised 1911–1912)
Vårsång, op. 16 (1894, revised 1902)
Lise Davidsen, soprano / Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Edward Gardner