Immerse yourself in the profound and captivating world of Johannes Brahms with this comprehensive collection from the Berliner Philharmoniker. Released on Warner Classics, this album spans over six hours and twenty-seven minutes, offering an unparalleled journey through the masterful compositions of one of classical music's most revered figures. The album features a rich tapestry of Brahms' symphonies, concertos, chamber works, and choral pieces, each performed with the unmatched precision and passion of the Berliner Philharmoniker.
From the stirring opening of Symphony No. 1 in C Minor to the serene beauty of Ein deutsches Requiem, every track is a testament to Brahms' genius and the orchestra's virtuosity. Highlights include the Variations on a Theme by Haydn, the Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, and the Violin Concerto in D Major, each showcasing the depth and breadth of Brahms' musical vision. The album also features live recordings from the historic Berlin Titania-Palast, adding a layer of authenticity and historical significance to the listening experience.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Brahms' music, this album is a treasure trove of timeless compositions that will enrich and inspire. The performances by the Berliner Philharmoniker, under the baton of renowned conductors, bring out the nuances and complexities of Brahms' scores, making this a definitive collection for any classical music lover.
Brahms: Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: I. Un poco sostenuto - AllegroJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: II. Andante sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: III. Un poco allegretto e graziosoJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: IV. Finale. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Theme. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation I. Poco più animatoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation II. Più vivaceJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation III. Con motoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation IV. Andante con motoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation V. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation VI. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation VII. GraziosoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Variation VIII. Presto non troppoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Antoni Chorale": Finale. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Joseph Keilberth, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: II. Adagio non troppoJohannes Brahms, Joseph Keilberth, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: III. Allegretto grazioso. Quasi andantinoJohannes Brahms, Joseph Keilberth, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: IV. Allegro con spiritoJohannes Brahms, Joseph Keilberth, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: I. Allegro (Orch. Schoenberg)Johannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: II. Intermezzo. Allegro ma non troppo (Orch. Schoenberg)Johannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: III. Andante con moto (Orch. Schoenberg)Johannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: IV. Rondo alla zingarese. Presto (Orch. Schoenberg)Johannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Edwin Fischer, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: II. Allegro appassionatoJohannes Brahms, Edwin Fischer, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: III. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Edwin Fischer, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: IV. Allegretto graziosoJohannes Brahms, Edwin Fischer, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: I. Allegro con brio - Un poco sostenuto (Live at Berlin Titania-Palast, 1949)Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Brahms: Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: II. Andante (Live at Berlin Titania-Palast, 1949)Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Brahms: Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegretto (Live at Berlin Titania-Palast, 1949)Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Brahms: Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: IV. Allegro - Un poco sostenuto (Live at Berlin Titania-Palast, 1949)Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivaceJohannes Brahms, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: I. Selig sind die da Leid tragenJohannes Brahms, Rudolf Kempe, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: II. Denn alles Fleisch es ist wie GrasJohannes Brahms, Rudolf Kempe, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: III. Herr, lehre doch michJohannes Brahms, Rudolf Kempe, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: IV. Wie lieblich sind deine WohnungenJohannes Brahms, Rudolf Kempe, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: V. Ihr habt nun TraurigkeitJohannes Brahms, Rudolf Kempe, Elisabeth Grümmer, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: VI. Denn wir haben hie keine bleibende StattJohannes Brahms, Rudolf Kempe, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: VII. Selig sind die TotenJohannes Brahms, Rudolf Kempe, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: II. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: III. Allegro giocosoJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: IV. Allegro energico e passionatoJohannes Brahms, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Johannes Brahms, born in Hamburg in 1833, stands as one of the titans of classical music, renowned for his profound contributions to the Romantic era. A virtuoso pianist and conductor, Brahms' compositions span symphonies, concertos, chamber music, and choral works, each marked by his distinctive rhythmic vitality and expressive contrapuntal textures. His music, deeply rooted in the traditions of Bach, Beethoven, and Schumann, showcases a masterful blend of historical techniques and innovative dissonance. Brahms' personal life, including his deep friendship with Robert and Clara Schumann, adds a rich layer to his legacy. His works, such as the Academic Festival Overture and the German Requiem, continue to captivate audiences worldwide, cementing his place as one of the most revered composers in the history of music.
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