Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Johannes Brahms with his complete symphonies, meticulously captured in this 2017 release. Recorded live at the renowned Laeiszhalle in Hamburg in 2016, this collection features the North German Radio Symphony Orchestra delivering stirring performances of Brahms' four symphonies: the powerful and dramatic Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68; the lyrical and pastoral Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73; the intimate and elegant Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90; and the intense and passionate Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98. Spanning over two and a half hours, this album offers a comprehensive journey through Brahms' symphonic masterpieces, showcasing the composer's unparalleled ability to blend emotional depth with structural complexity. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Brahms' music, this album is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of his symphonies.
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: 1. Un poco sostenuto - Allegro - Meno allegroJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: 2. Andante sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: 3. Un poco allegretto e graziosoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: 4. Adagio - Più andante - Allegro non troppo, ma con brio - Più allegroJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: 1. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: 2. Adagio non troppo - L'istesso tempo, ma graziosoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: 3. Allegretto grazioso, quasi andantino - Presto ma non assaiJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: 4. Allegro con spiritoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: 1. Allegro con brio - Un poco sostenuto - Tempo IJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: 2. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: 3. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: 4. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: 1. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: 2. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: 3. Allegro giocoso - Poco meno presto - Tempo IJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: 4. Allegro energico e passionato - Più allegroJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelík