P. I. Tchaikovsky: Complete Symphonies – Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra &Mariss Jansons

Penguin Guide to Compact Discs: ‘Janson’s Tchaikovsky series, which includes Manfred, is self-recommending. The full romantic power of the music is consistently conveyed and, above all, the music-making is urgently spontaneous throughout, with the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra always committed and fresh, helped by the richly atmospheric Chandos sound.’

The American Record Guide said: I would say that it’s safe to assume that this Chandos CD set is the definitive reading of these symphonies.