Tragic Ouverture, Opus 81 / Four Pictures Of The West, Opus 18 / Parts Of "Carmen Suite" / The Growler Grumbler / Guaracha (From "Latin-American-Symphonietta")

This 1983 release, catalog number 1983 001, was produced by De Philharmonie as a showcase for the Antwerp-based orchestra under the direction of Avi Ostrowsky. The collection functions as an eclectic program of light classical and orchestral works, ranging from the dramatic depth of Brahms’ Tragic Overture to the popular, rhythmic flair of Morton Gould’s Latin-American Symphonietta. The inclusion of works like Julius Fučík’s The Growler Grumbler highlights the ensemble's versatility in performing both serious repertoire and character pieces.

The album reflects the orchestra’s efforts during the early 1980s to reach a broader audience through diverse programming and high-quality local distribution. By juxtaposing established masterworks by Brahms and Bizet with more specialized mid-century compositions, the record serves as a representative artifact of the European regional orchestra circuit during a period when many ensembles sought to document their live concert highlights through private or independent label pressings.