Immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of the Gewandhaus Orchester Leipzig with their captivating album, "Kurt Masur - Kapellmeister-Edition, Vol. 3." Released on September 19, 2014, under the Berlin Classics label, this collection showcases the orchestra's exceptional artistry and the masterful conducting of Kurt Masur.
Spanning a diverse repertoire, the album features iconic works from composers such as Felix Mendelssohn, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johannes Brahms, among others. From the haunting beauty of Mendelssohn's "The Hebrides in B Minor, Op. 26: Fingal's Cave" to the lyrical elegance of Mozart's "Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488," each piece is performed with precision and emotional depth. The album also includes the poignant "Kindertotenlieder" by Gustav Mahler, a cycle of songs that exemplifies the orchestra's ability to convey profound human experiences.
With a duration of 2 hours and 37 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive journey through classical masterpieces, highlighting the Gewandhaus Orchester Leipzig's reputation for excellence. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a rewarding listening experience, showcasing the orchestra's versatility and Kurt Masur's distinguished conducting prowess.
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Tracks
The Hebrides in B Minor, Op. 26: "Fingal's Cave"Felix Mendelssohn, Kurt Masur, Gewandhausorchester
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie, Annerose Schmidt
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie, Annerose Schmidt
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: III. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie, Annerose Schmidt
Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125: II. Molto vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17 "Little Russian": I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17 "Little Russian": II. Andante marziale, quasi moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17 "Little Russian": III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivacePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 17 "Little Russian": IV. Finale. Moderato assai - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Symphony for Strings No. 12 in G Minor: IV. Grave - Allegro moltoFelix Mendelssohn, Gewandthaus Orchester Leipzig, Kurt Masur
Genoveva, Op. 81: OvertureRobert Schumann, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Kindertotenlieder: No. 1, Nun will die Sonn' so hell aufgenGustav Mahler, Siegfried Lorenz, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Kindertotenlieder: No. 2, Nun seh' ich wohl, warum so dunkle FlammenGustav Mahler, Siegfried Lorenz, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Kindertotenlieder: No. 3, Wenn dein MütterleinGustav Mahler, Siegfried Lorenz, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Kindertotenlieder: No. 4, Oft denk' ich, sie sind nurGustav Mahler, Siegfried Lorenz, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Kindertotenlieder: No. 5, In diesem WetterGustav Mahler, Siegfried Lorenz, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Romance for Violin and Orchestra in G Major, Op. 26Johan Svendsen, Egon Morbitzer, Dresdner Philharmonie, Kurt Masur
Symphony No. 1 in D Major, Op. 25, "Symphonie Classique": I. AllegroSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Symphony No. 1 in D Major, Op. 25, "Symphonie Classique": II. LarghettoSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Symphony No. 1 in D Major, Op. 25, "Symphonie Classique": III. Gavotte. Non troppo allegroSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
Symphony No. 1 in D Major, Op. 25, "Symphonie Classique": IV. Finale. Molto vivaceSergei Prokofiev, Kurt Masur, Dresdner Philharmonie
An American in ParisGeorge Gershwin, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
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