C. Davis recorded a complete Sibelius symphony cycle with the Boston Symphony Orchestra in 1975-76, and this was a re-recording after about 20 years. Davis was just before becoming the principal conductor of the LSO (1995-), and he positioned this performance as a culmination of his Sibelius works with the LSO. ① is highly regarded and profound, with excellent expression from the woodwinds and brass, and has received top-level evaluations from Japanese critics and enthusiasts. It is often discussed as superior even compared to the old recording (BSO), and is considered a "model and well-organized performance." ② is also natural yet rich in color, a performance full of lively dynamism. It is a masterpiece expressed with architectural clarity, deep musical construction, and natural resonance. Furthermore, Davis re-recorded the complete Sibelius symphony cycle live with the LSO from 2003 to 2008 (LSO Live). Colin Davis conducting the London Symphony Orchestra Sibelius ① Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 43 ② Symphony No. 6 in D minor, Op. 104 RCA Overseas (USA) pressing (manufactured in 1995) Recording: 1994, Blackheath Concert Hall, London