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Porcelijn brings fresh excitement to Rontgen symphonies
If you're not familiar with this 20th Century Dutch composer, this release is a good place to start.
Julius Rontgen choral symphonies get energetic readings
The Netherlands Symphony Orchestra performs with authority. Porcelijn is a Rontgen expert. His direction makes these works crackle with energy.
Hendrik Andriessen Orchestral Music a Welcome Reissue
If you're not familiar with this patriarch of Dutch music, this is the release to start with. It's some of Andriessen's best compositions.
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