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Explosive and dazzling

From its explosive opening chords to its compelling final cadence, Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No.3 (the "Eroica") still hits us like a bolt from the blue -- majestic, rugged, heroic -- almost 200 years later. His Symphony No.8 tells another story: a work that simply dazzles with charm, warmth and delight. Both works are performed by the Cleveland Orchestra conducted by George Szell.

Essential Classics is the perfect starting point for any classical collection. Truly the finest recordings of the world's most beautiful music, Essential Classics offers all music fans the opportunity to enjoy classical music at an affordable price.

Essential Classics showcases premier performances. Each release features sterling sound quality, comprehensive liner notes, and a detailed description of the performance on the back of the CD, providing an easy-to-grasp explanation of the significance of those particular works.