Recommended Classical CD

Also you can buy many versions of Rimsky-Korsakov "Sheherazade" which has great Cymbal clashes in the shipwreck movement, that is paired with Borodin's Polovtsian Dances, double the cymbal pleasure!

If you are mainly interested in getting best possible sound
for this pair, try the Telarc label version with Mackerras/London Symphony Orch., has great dynamic range.

Do NOT recommend you play Mega's Telarc (Mackerras/LSO) too loud (esp. part 4) !!!
I could also suggest Mahler 2 & 5 (a small departure from the Russian masters).
Cheers!

There are recordings by 20th century composer Fritz Hauser.
There are multiple pieces for Timpani and Cymbals and some with Organ, Timpani, Cymbals and Drums.

Either of the caprices--Spanish (Korsakov) or Italian (Tchaikovsky), are good picks. My first choice however is "The Ring Without Words" from the Wagner ring cycle. The percussion moves towards you in the third or fourth track if I remember correctly and is very dynamic throughout. If you can't find one email me and I'll look for a copy.

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Please, when dealing with classical music mention the orchestra and conductor! Musicians do.....

Will