Review of Górecki: Symphony No. 3 ("Symphony of Sorrowful Songs"); Three Olden Style Pieces

Everyone seems particularly (and somewhat inexplicably) partial to the Nonesuch version with Dawn Upshaw, but this version performed by a Polish singer & a Polish orchestra not only has a better arrangement, it has all the depth of emotion this incredible piece deserves. The 2nd movement, the prayer of Wanda Blazusiakowna, is one of the most beautiful things ever put to music.