Immerse yourself in the monumental works of Ludwig van Beethoven with the comprehensive collection "Beethoven: The 9 Symphonies & Overtures," set to release on August 31, 2025, under Warner Classics. This extraordinary album spans an impressive 7 hours and 25 minutes, offering a deep dive into the genius of one of classical music's most revered composers.
The album features Beethoven's complete symphonies, from the exuberant energy of Symphony No. 1 in C Major to the profound and revolutionary Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, also known as the "Choral" symphony. Each symphony is a masterpiece in its own right, showcasing Beethoven's unparalleled ability to blend emotional depth with structural innovation. Alongside the symphonies, the collection includes a selection of Beethoven's overtures, such as the dramatic "Coriolan Overture" and the triumphant "Egmont Overture," adding further richness to this already expansive repertoire.
This release promises a listening experience of exceptional clarity and authority, as highlighted by previous recordings of Beethoven's works. The performances capture the essence of Beethoven's compositions, revealing the intricate details and powerful expressions that have made his music timeless. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Beethoven or a newcomer to his works, this album offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the full breadth of his symphonic and overture compositions.
"Beethoven: The 9 Symphonies & Overtures" is not just a compilation but a testament to Beethoven's enduring legacy. It is a must-have for any classical music enthusiast, providing a comprehensive journey through the symphonic genius of Ludwig van Beethoven.
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: I. Adagio molto - Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: II. Andante cantabile con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: III. Menuetto & Trio. Allegro molto e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: IV. Adagio - Allegro molto e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: I. Adagio molto - Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: III. Scherzo & Trio. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: IV. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Coriolan Overture, Op. 62Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Die Geschöpfe des Prometheus, Op. 43: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": II. Marcia funebre. Adagio assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": III. Scherzo & Trio. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": IV. Finale. Allegro molto - Poco andante - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 60: I. Adagio - Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 60: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 60: III. Menuetto. Allegro vivace - Trio. Un poco meno allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-Flat Major, Op. 60: IV. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Die Weihe des Hauses, Op. 124Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: III. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: IV. Allegro - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: König Stephan, Op. 117: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": I. Awakening of Happy Feelings on Arriving in the Country. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": II. Scene by the Brook. Andante molto motoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": III. Merry Gathering of the Country Folk. Allegro - Sempre più stretto - In tempo d'allegro - Tempo I - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": IV. Thunder and Storm. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": V. Shepherd's Song - Beneficent Feelings with Thanks to the Godhead After the StormLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: I. Poco sostenuto - VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: III. Presto - Assai meno prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: IV. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: I. Allegro vivace e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: II. Allegretto scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: III. Tempo di menuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: IV. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": I. Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestosoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": II. Molto vivace - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": III. Adagio molto e cantabile - Andante moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": IV. (a) Presto - Allegro assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": IV. (b) Presto - Recitativo. "O Freunde, nicht diese Töne!"Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Aase Nordmo Løvberg, Christa Ludwig, Hans Hotter, Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": IV. (c) Allegro assai vivace. "Froh, froh, wie seine Sonnen"Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": IV. (d) Andante maestoso. "Seid umschlungen, Millionen"Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": IV. (e) Allegro ma non tanto. "Freude, Tochter aus Elysium"Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Aase Nordmo Løvberg, Christa Ludwig, Hans Hotter, Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Egmont, Op. 84: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Egmont, Op. 84: I. Die Trommel gerühretLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Birgit Nilsson, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Egmont, Op. 84: IV. Freudvoll und leidvollLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Birgit Nilsson, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Egmont, Op. 84: VII. Klärchens Tod bezeichnendLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Leonore Overture No. 1, Op. 138Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra