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Tchaikovsky - 1812 Festival Overture, Op. 49, Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra.
Beethoven - Wellington's Victory, Op. 91, London Symphony Orchestra 
olv Antal Dorati.
It's hard to believe that this, the BEST EVER 1812 Overture was not only recorded in the 1950s, but it still sounds better than any other version. This last fact is a tribute to the remastering expertise of producer Wilma Cozart Fine, a recording genius. If you want real cannon, the sound of a zillion bells, and a really sensational brass band, all perfectly blended together to produce the ultimate in audio spectacle, then baby this one's for you. Wellington is, if anything, even noisier--though a lot less valuable musically. Still, it's the only logical coupling, and every single cannon blast and musket shot comes over with thrilling immediacy.
A Penguin Rosette Recording.