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- Bernstein's First, Quite Possibly, Best, Beethoven Symphony Cycle
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Beethoven: Symphonies Nos. 1-9; Overtures; Violin Concerto (Limited Edition)
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ASIN: B00006OA68
Release Date: 2002-10-28 |
Tracks:
- Symphony No.1 In C Major, Op.21
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Bernstein's First, Quite Possibly, Best, Beethoven Symphony Cycle.......2007-05-23
For those wondering why Leonard Bernstein was such an important, exciting conductor, there's no better introduction than these fine early stereo recordings he made with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Critics have celebrated these as exciting, revelatory accounts, almost as memorable as those from George Szell and The Cleveland Orchestra and Herbert von Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker, which were recorded almost at the same time as Bernstein's. The only reason why I'd give higher recommendations to Szell's and Karajan's cycles lies primarily with the acoustical qualities of the recording studios (In Karajan's case the converted Berlin church where he made most of his 1960s and 1970s recordings with the Berliner Philharmoniker was sonically the best at that time.) and the overall quality of the musicianship of their respective ensembles, which I would have to rate slightly higher than the New York Philharmonic's. The two finest recordings from Bernstein's New York Philharmonic cycle are those with of the 3rd and 5th symphonies which remain two of the most dramatic recordings of these pieces that I've heard. Overall, I think this set deserves favorable comparisons with his mid 1970s Deutsche Grammophon cycle recorded with the Wiener Philharmoniker during live performances at Vienna's Musikverein; the only exceptional differences are the slightly warmer acoustics of the orchestra and concert hall in the 1970s cycle, and Bernstein's usage of slightly quicker tempi and smaller orchestral forces. If you're looking for an alternative traditional Beethoven symphony cycle, then you won't miss by acquiring this early Bernstein cycle.
Bernstein's early Beethoven makes an enticing bargain.......2007-02-20
I wonder if Leonard Bernstein was the first American conductor to record a complete Beethoven cycle? He must have been, and two of these performances--the Eroica and the Fifth Sym. -- were made famous as vehicles for LB's television talks in the Fities and Sixties. Millions of post-war kids learned from them and I'm one. In retrospect Bernstein's Beethoven wasn't as propulsive and exciting as memory made them. But these performances are full-boded, direct, and satisfying. Perhaps the authority of Karajan and the Berlin Phil. isn't present, but even so, Sony is offering the cycle as a tremendous bargain, all the more so if you buy it used at Amazon Marketplace. Several overtures are thrown in, along with Isaac Stern's excellent account of the Violin Concerto (conductor and soloist are in sympathy, as always, but this is one of their poorest sounding recordings, unfortunately).
LB used a big orchestra for his Beethoven, and the Columbia Records engineers caught them in a big, reverberant space. If you want to hear this music on a modest scale or with historical touches, lok elsewhere. After he decamped to Europe, Bernstein made a second Beethoven cycle with the Vienna Phil. that's leaner, faster, but somewhat lacking in the excitment of discovery that one heard the first time around.
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- Bernstein was truly inspired that recording day!
- Splendid Haydn from Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic
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Haydn: The 12 London Symphonies
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ASIN: B00008PW49
Release Date: 2003-05-12 |
Tracks:
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 93
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 93
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 93
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 93
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 94 "Surprise"
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 94 "Surprise"
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 94 "Surprise"
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 94 "Surprise"
- Symphony In C Minor, Hob. 1: 95
- Symphony In C Minor, Hob. 1: 95
- Symphony In C Minor, Hob. 1: 95
- Symphony In C Minor, Hob. 1: 95
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 96 "The Miracle"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 96 "The Miracle"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 96 "The Miracle"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 96 "The Miracle"
- Symphony In C Major, Hob. 1: 97
- Symphony In C Major, Hob. 1: 97
- Symphony In C Major, Hob. 1: 97
- Symphony In C Major, Hob. 1: 97
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 98
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 98
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 98
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 98
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 99
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 99
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 99
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 99
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 100 "Military"
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 100 "Military"
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 100 "Military"
- Symphony In G Major, Hob. 1: 100 "Military"
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 102
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 102
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 102
- Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 102
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 104 "London"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 104 "London"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 104 "London"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 104 "London"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 101 "The Clock"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 101 "The Clock"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 101 "The Clock"
- Symphony In D Major, Hob. 1: 101 "The Clock"
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 103 "Drum-Roll"
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 103 "Drum-Roll"
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 103 "Drum-Roll"
- Symphony In E-Flat Major, Hob. 1: 103 "Drum-Roll"
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Bernstein was truly inspired that recording day!.......2006-02-12
In spite the fact Charles Munch reached a unequaled peak with the 104th Symphony, Scherchen, Beecham and Colin Davis share deserved honors, I must recognize the devoted inspiration and sublime charm gotten by Bernstein those days with the New York Philharmonic.
Leonard Bernstein achieved an overwhelming artistic feat with the Symphony No. 97 of Joseph Haydn. You won ` t get another similar performance with such burden of stamina, imperial breath and supreme expressive elegance.
Forget about any other 97th. You just listen and then, I guess, you will agree with me.
Splendid Haydn from Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic.......2005-09-13
I have heard Bernstein's recordings of Haydn's "Paris" symphonies with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in a separate Sony collection and have no doubt that these are splendid too. Critics and music lovers alike have tended to minimize Bernstein's strengths as a conductor of Classical music, overlooking his fine conducting of Haydn and Mozart and praising instead his advocacy of Mahler's symphonies and the work of great 20th Century American composers, most notably Aaron Copeland. But I truly treasure Bernstein's excellent conducting of Haydn's and Mozart's scores, which are as fine as the best I have heard from the likes of Herbert von Karajan, Karl Bohm or Sir Colin Davis. And speaking of Sir Colin Davis's excellent Phillips recordings of the London symphonies, I have no doubt that Bernstein's are equally superb. If I am critical of Bernstein's New York Philharmonic Orchestra recordings at all, it is only for technical reasons that they lack the expressive richness of sound I have heard in his later Deutsche Grammophon recordings, most notably those with the Vienna Philharmonic and Concertgebouw orchestras.
An Addendum.......2004-02-19
Upon further inspection of this set, buyers should be aware that some of the discs are mislabeled. CD3 is actually CD4, CD4 is actually CD5 and CD5 is actually CD3. And it's not just my set as I have confirmed the same problem with friends who own it. The music is still beautiful, it's just in the wrong order.
Missed the "Royal Editions," Get This!.......2004-01-28
This five-disc French Import from the "Columbia Legends" series collects all of Leonard Bernstein's performances of Haydn's 12 "London" Symphonies, originally recorded between 1958 and 1975. This music was most recently available in Sony's "Royal Edition" series as two separate volumes. In case you missed one or both of those aforementioned titles (I only previously owned 100-104), this set is the one to get now as the "Royals" have been out-of-print for a few years. Bernstein's accounts of Symphonies Nos. 100-104 were my first, so they will always hold a special place in my heart. But even as I have expanded my collection to include acclaimed performances by Dorati, Davis, Jochum and Beecham among others, the Bernsteins still stand out for their power and precision. For Symphonies 93-99 I was reared on George Szell, but Bernstein's renditions are every bit as good. Even though I should have gotten all these Symphonies years ago, they were certainly worth the wait.
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Mozart: The Great Symphonies
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ASIN: B00008PW46
Release Date: 2003-05-12 |
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Read Ryzard's comments carefully.......2006-04-16
He informs you that this set is not the legenday recordings of the last 6 syms made with the Columbia on Sony (on vinyl it was the Columbia label, now bought by Sony).
With with recent news last night that M Jackson may be selling his Sony recording holdings, worth $1billion, we may soon see the Walter/Columbia recordings released eventually.
Its the Columbia SO set you want to own.
I got my cd set from a used dealer in england 3 yrs ago, its on Sony/germany, release 1989.
See my comments on the Bohm/Berlin complete.
I'm back with another comment.
I have just completed a compare between Bohm and Walter/Columbia.
I have to give the nod to the Bohm, ....but then there are times I give the nod to Walter/Columbia...hummm, as with all Mozart, he is Hermes par excellent, and that mercurial quality is reflected in mere mortal attempts at capturing atht genius from another realm.
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Beethoven: Piano Concertos Nos. 3 & 5
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ASIN: B0000AH3EM
Release Date: 2003-09-01 |
Tracks:
- Allegro Con Brio
- Largo
- Rondo. Allegro
- Allegro
- Adagio Un Poco Moto
- Rondo. Allegro
Album Details
First Time on CD. Digitally Remastered.
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Beethoven Best.......2004-10-27
This is my First review! [Oh, Boy! Mentality Ahoy!] Over twenty five years ago My Father [who passed away in Nov. 2001] gave me a 100 lp set produced by the Franklin Mint [which I shall treasure always(I Love You Daddy!)]. I have been trying to get the performances from the Franklin Mint set on regular commercial CD's[trying & trying!]. Beethoven's Fifth Piano Concerto with Rudolf Serkin is on the Franklin Mint set and now on this CD! I would like to share Igor Kipnis's brief notes on this concerto and this performance. Remember: notes are over 25 years old! [from the Frankln Mint set]"The Concerto 'Beethoven began this concerto in an unorthodox manner, reminiscent of the solo piano opening to his Fourth Concerto, which, rather than starting with the usual orchestral exposition, began with the piano making the first statment. In the "Emperor" the composer commences with a series of majestic orchestral chords between which the solo instrument plays cadenza-like passages of brilliant arpeggios, scales and trills. There are two main themes, the first involving both a triplet turn and a dotted rhythmic figure, the second a march-like subject played softly and staccato in the minor and then powerfully in the major. The movement is an exceptionally long one (there are nearly 600 bars), but in this beautifully proportioned Allegro, alternating between regal triumph and lofty serenity, the piano becomes a truly heroic protagonist with the orchestra. Interestingly, Beethoven dispenses with the usual extensive cadenza, preferring to integrate a briefer one just before the coda. E-flat Major represents the heroic key of the opening movement, and for the second movement Beethoven turns to a more remote B Major. The Adagio un poco mosso begins with a remarkably calm theme sustained by the strings; this alternates with a rhapsodic theme presented and elaborated by the solo instrument, both themes being expanded and varied during the course of the movement. At the coda, rather than simply concluding the movement, Beethoven has the bassons drop the tonality down a half step to B-flat, at which point the piano muses over a new, broken chordal figure in E-flat. This, speeded up, turns out to be the principal theme of the finale (Rondo: Allegro). If the first movement is basically regal in character, the concluding rondo, with its three main themes, is essentially exuberant, and brilliantly conceived in the writing for both the piano and orchestra. Born in Bohemia in 1903, Rudolf Serkin has had an exceptionally distinguished career, first in Europe and, after his American debut in 1933, in the United States. He has appeared with almost every major orchestra in the world, has headed the famed Marlboro Festival and most recently has been heard and seen on television, first on a seventy-fifth birthday recital and then again with the New York Philharmonic performing the Emperor Concerto. This justly famed recording with that orchestra under Leonard Bernstein was made on May 1, 1962. The pianist's authority in the music of the Viennese classics has long been held in the highest esteem, and his recording of this concerto in particular aptly demonstrates the deep, even physical intensity that is a hallmark of Serkin's style.'" Notes by Igor Kipnis for the Franklin Mint. Remember: the notes are over "25" years old! I Love these performances! The reissue of these concertos on CD are excellent! Mr. Kipnis's remarks on the Fifth's performance are "right on the target!" The Third Concerto is played in the same manner. The first and third movements are firmly in command by both Mr. Serkin and Mr. Bernstein. The second movement is absolutely serene! The other piano concerto by Beethoven in the Franklin Mint set is the Fourth with Rudolf Serkin and Eugene Ormandy conducting the Philadelphia Orchestra(stereo version). I found it once on "The art of interpretation" series (the same series the present CD comes from) on CD on the web, but could not afford it at the time. I have not been able to find it since! I hope some of the more experienced reviewers can help me find it! I need all the help I can get! But, I am grateful that I do have this CD of Beethoven's Third and Fifth Piano Concertos! Truly Beethoven Best! God Bless!
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Sibelius: The Complete Symphonies
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Release Date: 2003-05-12 |
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- Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
- Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
- Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
- Symphony No.1 In E Minor, Op.39
- Symphony No.3 In C Major, Op.52
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- Luonnatar, Op.70
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best complete sibelius symphonies.......2006-01-30
I bought this set on a hunch that if all Bernstein's Sibelius performances were as good as his Pohjola's Daughter on a compilation disc which I've owned for some time, then the risk of a few pounds was worth it. Well I certainly wasn't disappointed! I listened to all four discs in one session through the night and found that LBs is the best complete Sibelius symphonies set I've ever encountered. Individual symphonies can be equalled by other conductors but as a complete survey this has to be the one, and I'm comparing LB to Karajan (who incidentally never recorded the Third Symphony), Ashkenazy, Maazel, Barbirolli, Paavo Berglund's 3 (!) sets, Colin Davis's RCA set, Rattle and Neeme Jarvi plus individual recordings by several others; altogether I'm comparing LBs 4 discs to about 40 'others'. I would be happy to part with most of the 40 in favour of LB. I won't try to describe any particular performance in detail because I think that any attempt to describe music in words is usually pointless. The one thing I would say though is that like all really successful Sibelius interpretations, LB's take you out of the concert hall and land you straight into the open air and the very nature that inspired this wonderful composer. Symphony No. 1 is as good as any. No. 2 I would prefer Barbirolli on Chesky, but LB is as good as any of the rest. No.3 I slightly prefer Jarvi on BIS, but LB is better in the important slow movement. No. 4 Karajan from the 1960s on DG is my preference but LB is pretty close. LB's No. 5 is fabulous, I can't think of a better version. No. 6 Karajan 1960's DG again, with Sakari on Naxos closely behind, but LB's is still a fine version. No. 7 was a revelation; I can think of no other work which has caused me more problems in trying to find a truly satisfying version in all my 35 years of classical music collecting. You wouldn't believe the number of versions I've heard (and got rid of) of this truly unique work of art! Frankly, in my search I really can't say what I was looking for, like with any music you just know when it's 'right'. Most versions fall completely flat and it seems that very few conductors can turn the printed notes into the magnificent paean to nature that is Sibelius's Seventh. That Sibelius wasn't able to successfully write another symphony after this has never surprised me (thank God that his muse lingered long enough for him to write Tapiola).There is only one Sibelius Seven to place alongside LBs - Paavo Berglund with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, recorded by EMI in the early 70s and never, to my knowledge reissued, except in a Royal Classics full set of the symphonies. The Berglund complete set is very good indeed and it's one I wouldn't want to be without. There's a fresh straightforward unfussy honesty about Berglund's earlier versions which I like very much; his later efforts were not in the same league. As an aside, Berglund's BSO recordings of shorter Sibelius works on EMI are true bargains, as is his unsurpassed world premiere recording of Kullervo (with the BSO) on the same label. As for the Seventh though, I would give a joint 'first prize' to Bernstein NYPO and Berglund BSO; Bernstein for the slightly more rugged, dramatic route; Berglund taking the more serene but with eyes-wide-open-in-wonder approach, but both indispensable. The old CBS recordings have cleaned up nicely under Sony's reissue (thanks Sony)and although not up to 'modern digital standards' that's not necessarily a bad thing! The best recording is of the Fifth - better than any other version, and of the Seventh. Of the others, all are excellent for their age- bold and clear, rather warm and with very little harshness or tape-hiss. In any case I wouldn't for a moment let this put you off buying what is an incredible bargain. One final point,; Phylis Curtin, a soprano I've never encountered before is extremely good in Luonnotar; she really characterizes the narrative like no other soloist I've heard before in this work. It's just a pity that LB forces the music along at a pace which is just too fast. But if you like Sibelius what are you waiting for? Buy this set today.
Amazing Sibelius Symphonies!!.......2005-01-02
"The Complete Symphonies" captures definitive interpretations of the seven symphonies by the great Finnish composer Jean Sibelius conducted by the late maestro Leonard Bernstein.
Each symphony in this 4-disc set is presented in amazing remastered sound quality displaying full dynamic range and sharpness. The beauty of this music is definitely readily apparent from the opening notes through the very end.
In addition, the CD booklet includes a brief but highly informative essay in which the history behind each symphony is explained in just enough detail to understand its genesis.
All in all, this is a fantastic set of Sibelius's masterful symphonies wonderfully executed by the baton of Mr. Bernstein. Applause also must be given to Sony Music for compiling these symphonies into one complete set. Bravo.
It doesn't get much better than this.
Highly recommended!!
A sincere tribute!.......2004-07-08
This set has peak and lows. The second symphony has a hyper romantic approach ; that's its weak point. The third symphony is well built, besides it lacks the nature blow with its wildful force. The first symphony has always been a hazardous for many conductors. It has too much influence from Tchaikovsky ; and Bernstein knows it ; he avoids it , even the reading is warmth.
The best achievements in the set are the four and the sixth . I've never heard a sixth so well made ; the woodwinds , the strings give that atmosphere that demands this complex work. The fourth is unforgettable , but there's a performance of Beecham in the fifties with the Royal Philarmonic literally unique. The seventh is OK, but there are other options.
The fifth is weak , and my favorite versiona are two: Segerstam and Koussevitzki.
Anyway I bought this set eight years ago under The Royal Edition. I recommend you this set , Maazel Vienna , Segerstam and all you can get from Koussevitski.
If you request me by Anthony Collins - London Symphony (out of stock in the most of stores) I must confess, Collins has no equals in the Second .
The best first to me is Victor de Sabata (New York Philarmonic)(See my review about De Sabata)
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Bruno Walter conducts New York Philharmonic : Mahler Symphony No. 1 "Der Titan" [RARE]
Manufacturer: Sony Classical
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
| Classical
| Styles
| Music
ASIN: B000R2SWN8 |
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Leonard Bernstein conducts New York Philharmonic : Beethoven Symphony No. 3 "Eroica" / Fidelio and Egmont Overtures Op. 72, Op. 84 [RARE]
Manufacturer: CBS Records Masterworks
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
| Classical
| Styles
| Music
ASIN: B000R330I4 |
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Bruno Walter conducts New York Philharmonic : Brahms Symphony No. 2, Haydn Variations, Hungarian Dances [RARE]
Manufacturer: Sony Classical
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
| Classical
| Styles
| Music
ASIN: B000R2PN1M |
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Dvorak: Symphony No.9
Bernstein , and New York Philharmonic Orchestra
Manufacturer: Sbme Import
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
Chamber Music
| Forms & Genres
| Classical (c.1770-1830)
| Historical Periods
| Classical
| Styles
| Music
General
| Classical
| Styles
| Music
General
| Chamber Music
| Classical
| Styles
| Music
Classical
| Imports
| Stores
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ASIN: B000065EQ7
Release Date: 2002-11-04 |
Tracks:
- Symphony No.9 In E Minor, Op.95 'From The New World'
- Overture 'Carnaval'
- Slavonic Dances, Op.46 - No. 1, Furiant In C Major
- Slavonic Dances, B.83 Op.46 - No. 3, Polka In A Flat Major
Album Details
Grand Repertoire Series.
Music:
- Oh Inverted World [Import]
- Other Side of the Road
- Pastoral Hide and Seek/Divinity [Original recording remastered]
- Permission To Build
- Phantasies [EP] [Import]
- Phoenix Rising [Import]
- Prime Cuts-Classic Tracks
- Punk Rock Princess [CD-single] [Import]
- Radio Hyper-Yahoo
- Rainbow Gypsy Child
Music
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