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Brahms
Symphony No. 1 & Symphony No. 3
Philharmonia Orchestra
Christoph Von Dohnányi, conductor
2 CD Set
"… these live performances are about subtle shading and unexaggerated, probing thoughtfulness, bringing out the Classical rather than the Romantic side of Brahms."
Classic FM Magazine
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"… a very sensitive interpreter … the slow movement [of the First Symphony] is very lyrical with some effective instrumental dovetailing and plenty of light and shade, and the finale generates an impressive sense of joyous release."
Gramophone
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"Both performances are well played by the Philharmonia from whom the conductor obtains a sound that is lean and muscular."
Musicweb International
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This new disc from the Philharmonia completes the collection of Brahms symphonies conducted by Christoph Von Dohnányi.
Symphony No. 1 - Or ʻBeethovenʼs 10thʼ as conductor Hans von Bülow refered to it for itʼs Beethovian like themes. It took Brahms at least 14 years to finish the symphony, however it was premiered in 1876 to great acclaim.
Symphony No. 3 - Written in 1883 this is perhaps the composerʼs most elusive symphony. It is certainly his most adventurous, featuring daring modulations and a Schumann-esque scheme of thematic inter-relationships.
The Philharmonia Orchestra is widely recognised as the UKʼs finest orchestra with an impressive recording legacy. Christoph Von Dohnányi has been affiliated with the Philharmonia since 1994. He was made Honorary Conductor for life in 2008 after 11 years as principle conductor.
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