Festival de strasbourg, Mendelssohn - Beethoven - Schubert, Orchestre National de la RTF, Concert du 18/06/61, Lorin Maazel , Zino Francescatti

Experience the timeless elegance of classical music with the Orchestre National de la RTF in their captivating concert from the Festival de Strasbourg, recorded on June 18, 1961. This album, released on December 23, 2016, under the Ina, musique(s) label, offers a rich and immersive journey through the works of three master composers: Felix Mendelssohn, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Franz Schubert.

The concert opens with Mendelssohn's enchanting "Songe d'une nuit d'été" (A Midsummer Night's Dream), featuring the ethereal Ouverture, the serene Nocturne, and the lively Scherzo. The orchestra's nuanced performance brings out the full depth and charm of Mendelssohn's compositions.

Following this, the renowned violinist Zino Francescatti joins the Orchestre National de la RTF for a breathtaking rendition of Beethoven's Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 61. The concerto's three movements—Allegro ma non troppo, Larghetto, and Rondo: Allegro—are performed with technical precision and emotional depth, showcasing both Francescatti's virtuosity and the orchestra's exceptional skill.

The concert culminates in Schubert's monumental Symphony No. 9 in C major, D. 944, "The Great." Conducted by the esteemed Lorin Maazel, the orchestra delivers a powerful and dynamic performance of this expansive and complex work. The symphony's four movements—Andante, Allegro ma non troppo; Andante con moto; Scherzo, Allegro vivace & trio; and Finale, Allegro—are executed with remarkable coherence and expressive richness.

With a total duration of 1 hour and 52 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring beauty of classical music and the extraordinary talent of the Orchestre National de la RTF. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this concert is sure to captivate and inspire.