James Levine - Schumann: Symphonien, No.1, Fruhling Spring & No. 4 Manfred Ouverture - Japan CDCredits: James Levine Description: The first symphony, "Spring," was born at a time when Schumann was at the peak of his creativity, and it is a cheerful symphony that exudes a sense of euphoria. This was followed by the fantasy filled Fourth Symphony, which has a melancholy and fantastical atmosphere throughout. Levine conducts the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra in this beautifully executed performance of the romanticism inherent in this work.