George Szell: Episode III

By Frank Byrne,

Leah Sosland

Published April 29, 2024 at 2:47 PM CDT

Host Frank Byrne programs the third and final episode in this series about legendary conductor George Szell. In this episode, we have two live recordings from the end of Szell's career, including his astounding last recorded performance with the Cleveland Orchestra from a 1970 concert in Tokyo.

Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus, Ludwig van Beethoven
George Szell, Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Finale to Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Jean Sibelius
George Szell, The Cleveland Orchestra

From the Archives with Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne is the host of From the Archives on 91.9 Classical KC.

Leah Sosland

Leah Sosland is an intern for 91.9 Classical KC.