[Thor Joachim Haga]

As Thor mentioned Waxman’s TARAS BULBA in the other thread, this is definitely one of my favourite Tadlow albums with its great bonus tracks section. And I adore the piano version of the main theme for six hands. And the score presentation is just wonderful.

I did sample that when it came out, but it was way too excessive for me. Plus, I somehow prefer the drier, more aggressive performance and sound on the old Rykodisc. And if I’m in the mood for a lusher, concert-like sound, I reach for my SAYONARA – ORCHESTRAL SUITES recording, which includes a generous suite. So I’m all set with TARAS, I think.