This set provides excellent value for your money. The 1st Symphony is one of the best recordings--Previn does not allow the work to ramble, yet doesn't shortchange the emotion either. The 2nd Symphony is very good, though not quite at the top rank--there is some deeper emotions and inner darkness Previn does not completely bring out (Edward Downes and the BBC Phil on Naxos are my first choice here). The fillers (marches and overture) and again very good, though I would go with Boult (EMI) for my only recording of the marches and Barbirolli (EMI) for my only recording of the overture.Sound is first class; orchestral playing ditto; price is right. And the 1st Symphony essential...