Sibelius’s famous piece. Popular classical music.

Symphony No. 1Shiberiusu

Sibelius: Symphony No. 1: Bernstein / Vienna Philharmonic

Written in 1899, this work is known as a masterpiece in which Sibelius established his own musical language, even while reflecting the influence of Tchaikovsky and Bruckner.

Comprising four movements, the piece resonates deeply with listeners as music that symbolizes Finland’s majestic nature and national spirit.

The clarinet’s wistful main theme and the violin’s driving melodic lines evoke a mysterious Nordic atmosphere.

It is a work that conveys the quiet landscapes and elemental strength of Finland, and is highly recommended for anyone interested in classical music.

Sorrowful WaltzShiberiusu

Sibelius: Valse triste, Op. 44 No. 1

This is a famous piece by Finland’s beloved national composer.

It is based on a dream in which an ailing mother dances with Death in the form of her late husband, and it was written in 1904 as incidental music for a play.

Beginning in silence, the music grows brighter only to return to darkness, as if expressing life’s joys and sorrows.

Filled with Sibelius’s deep affection for his homeland, the work has a distinctive atmosphere that evokes Finnish landscapes and mythology.

With delicate performance, it resonates deeply with listeners, so it is best enjoyed attentively in a quiet setting.

Symphony No. 5Shiberiusu

Sibelius – Symphony No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 82 — Karajan, Berlin Philharmonic, 1965

Jean Sibelius, the Finnish composer who sublimated the grandeur of Nordic nature and the soul of its people into music.

Premiered in 1915, this work was composed to celebrate his 50th birthday.

Finland’s harsh yet beautiful nature is expressed through the powerful resonance of the horns and the elegant melodies of the woodwinds, leaving a deep impression on listeners.

In the first movement, the woodwinds evoke the calls of small animals; the second movement offers gentle variations that soothe the heart.

The finale features a horn motif reminiscent of tolling bells.

This is a highly recommended piece for those who wish to feel the majesty of the great outdoors and the joy of life.

Kullervo SymphonyPāvo Yaruvu/Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra

Jean Sibelius – Kullervo, Op. 7 (1892)

The Kullervo Symphony, Op.

7, is one of Sibelius’s early orchestral works with chorus.

Although it takes the form of a symphony, Sibelius himself did not use the term “symphony” for it, so it is often not included in complete symphony collections.

It premiered in 1892.

String Quartet in D minor, Op. 56 “Beloved Voice”Shiberiusu

Jean Sibelius Voces intimae string quartet op. 56 casalQuartet

Completed in 1909, this string quartet is marked by profound expressiveness that reflects his inner conflicts and emotions.

Comprising five movements, its music evokes the cold Nordic landscape while also conveying a sense of human warmth.

The third movement, in particular, portrays a quiet sorrow, and the final movement unfolds with a torrent of sound.

Expressing Sibelius’s inner voice, this work stands as an important piece alongside his symphonies.

It’s recommended for those interested in Nordic music or in a contemplative, introspective mood.

Pelléas and MélisandeShiberiusu

Sapporo Symphony Orchestra [Sakkyo] / Sibelius: Pelléas et Mélisande / Sapporo Symphony Orchestra / (2007.10.8)

Premiered in 1905, this piece was composed as incidental music based on Maurice Maeterlinck’s play.

Themed around mysterious and tragic love, it portrays the fate of the young Pelléas and the enigmatic Mélisande.

Sibelius skillfully expresses dramatic elements and the characters’ inner conflicts through music, creating a melodramatic atmosphere.

Overall, it exudes a lyrical and mystical mood, incorporating psychological changes in the characters and foreshadowings of fate.

True to Sibelius, who left many works inspired by Finnish landscapes and mythology, it possesses a unique charm that fuses Nordic transparency with the influence of French Impressionist music.

Symphonic Poem “Song of Spring”Chāruzu Gurōvuzu shiki / Roiyaru Ribapūru Firuhamōnī Kangen Gakudan

Symphonic Poem 'Spring Song' Op. 18 (Spring Song) Jean Sibelius Nara Mandolin and Guitar Ensemble

The symphonic poem “Song of Spring” was composed in 1894, seven years before the famous Symphony No.

2.

It was originally titled “Improvisation for Orchestra,” but during subsequent revisions the title was changed first to “Spring Sorrow,” and later to “Song of Spring.”