The composers represented on this disc have all achieved great fame and popularity in their native Finland. Most well known are Sibelius, the father of Finnish musie and Järnefelt. All of the selections represent some of the finest music composed during this century. Sibelius's admired Finlandia and Valse triste and Järnefelt's popular Berceuse and Prelude sit well alongside a wide selection of occasional pieces by lesser known but equally as versatile composers. Elegiac miniatures are complemented by more celebratory pieces such as waltzes and marches. The lush orchestral writing of many of the selections and memorable tunes make the programme as a whole a delight.