St. Petersburg State Academic Capella Symphony Orchestra - Kyllonen: Symphony No. 1: Accordion Concerto (CD)

Release Date: 01/01/08

The blend of Finnish and cosmopolitan elements in my music, the large Russian soul, and thereverence and seriousness wit

The blend of Finnish and cosmopolitan elements in my music, the large Russian soul, and thereverence and seriousness with which the young st. Petersburg orchestra addressed its demandingtask resulted in a lively cultural encounter and an original brand of music-making. I believe that thewarm atmosphere of my profile concert has been captured to perfection on this disc.My heartfelt thanks go to Alexander Chernushenko and the St. Petersburg Academic Capella.Timo-Juhani Kyllonen, Espoo, May 5,2008