Swan Lake = Schwanensee = Le Lac Des Cygnes / Sleeping Beauty = Dornröschen = La Belle Au Bois Dormant

Released by Decca in 1981, this compilation serves as a showcase for the symphonic mastery of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, interpreted by the renowned conductor Leopold Stokowski leading the New Philharmonia Orchestra. The recording draws from two of the most significant pillars of 19th-century ballet music, reflecting Stokowski's long-standing affinity for lush, dramatic orchestration that emphasizes both the sweeping romanticism and the rhythmic precision of Tchaikovsky's scores.

The production aligns with the high fidelity standards Decca maintained throughout the late 20th century, aiming to provide audiophiles with a definitive, atmospheric listening experience. By pairing excerpts from Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty, the release highlights the technical virtuosity of the New Philharmonia, capturing the emotive power that Stokowski sought to elicit in his orchestral arrangements. It remains a notable entry in the catalog for those seeking quintessential performances of classical ballet repertoire.