As with his earlier recording [of Also sprach], Roth never loses sight of the work’s structure, tying everything together with the surest of touches, but this new account adds to that a new and thrilling energy and sense of excitement. Highly recommended.

Roth brings great clarity even in the densest music...The principal jewel of this recording must be the opulence of the strings, for which there can be no better example than the conclusion to "Von den Hinterweltlern" (Of the Backworldsmen)...Another test of virtuosity is Debussy’s 1913 ballet, Jeux, which with its constantly-changing tempo markings needs enormous control from conductor and orchestra alike. Sitting alongside the Strauss it confirms the brilliance and flexibility of this magnificent orchestra.

Roth draws from an incandescent LSO playing of incredible sumptuousness and clarity. The Debussy, also recorded in 2018, has a similar richness and balance; every texture sings clearly, every detail is teased out.