I've found, with some orchestral pieces, that the more pop recordings, which would ordinarily be low on a purist's list, like "Kostelanetz & His Orchestra", "Boston Strings", "Hollywood Bowl" etc. have arrangements/tempi that are more accessible and a middle-of-the-road aesthetic richness to them. x
Something by you — pod type thing, article/blog, occasional bluesky thread, whatever — on your favourite recordings (and comparing recordings) would be fascinating, if you ever had the time and inclination.
Thank you for taking the time to elaborate! And it is interesting to have a bit more insight into the aesthetic aspects of the decision making process.
I will make sure to flag all of this to @stridelatrampa.bsky.social for her consideration.
What a fabulous handle!
I thought you might like it! 😉