William Schuman: Symphony No 4 (1941)
Supposedly,not as masterly as his third (and,it isn't) but still a very,satisfying listen. I particularly,like the gravely,sombre,slow movement! In the best American tradion,a fine movement! I like these old Louisville recordings. They recorded so much,that wouldn't otherwise have been accessible,except via the odd broadcast,or an off-air recording.
The
Roy Harris "Johnny Comes Marching Home" on the same cd,is fun,Americana.
Schuman's Prayer in Time of War is both stirring & impressive! I don't think much of the Becker,I'm afraid;and I just program it out!