Gian Carlo Menotti: Symphony No. 1 “The Halcyon“ (1976)

Although the Italian-American composer and librettist, Gian Carlo Menotti (1911-2007) is probably best remembered today for his many operas, he also composed a substantial body of orchestral works. Here is his Symphony No. 1 in its world premiere performance with Eugene Ormandy conducting the Philadelphia Orchestra from August 4, 1976. -Video Upload powered by