Brahms, Britten and Mahler | Chandos Symphony Orchestra

Rarely heard, the Quatres chansons françaises written by the 14 year old Britten are an absolute delight and in no way give the impression of a jiuvenile talent emerging, but rather a sophisticated mind already at work. Alison Roddy gives a polished and poised perfomance, not only in the Britten, but also in the last movement of Mahler's charming fourth symphony, almost a chamber work given its intimate scale and tight scoring.