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I agree about the Delius. I really wish it was played more - it seems to come and go according to fashion. Same with the Tubin concertos - rarely heard and you have to wonder why when you hear them played well. The Sammons version of the Delius (on Naxos, coupled with the Elgar), is an especially potent and emotional performance. Although Sammons was getting on a bit when the recording was made, the musicianship really shines through. I defy anyone not to be profoundly effected when they hear the second movement for the first (or susbsequent!) time.