Dive into the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven with the comprehensive collection "Otto Klemperer Conducts Beethoven." This extraordinary album, released on Warner Classics, offers a meticulously curated selection of Beethoven's most celebrated works, including his complete symphonies, concertos, overtures, and choral masterpieces. Spanning an impressive 7 hours and 55 minutes, this collection is a testament to Beethoven's enduring influence on classical music.
Under the baton of the legendary conductor Otto Klemperer, the New Philharmonia Orchestra delivers performances that are both powerful and nuanced. Klemperer's interpretations are renowned for their depth and clarity, making this album a must-listen for both seasoned Beethoven enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The album features iconic pieces such as Symphony No. 5, Symphony No. 9 "Choral," and the Pastoral Symphony, alongside lesser-known gems like the Leonore Overtures and the Violin Concerto.
Recorded in the 1970s, these performances capture the essence of Beethoven's compositions with a blend of historical significance and timeless relevance. The remastered sound quality ensures that every note is crisp and clear, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the intricacies of Beethoven's compositions. Whether you're a fan of classical piano, chamber music, or orchestral works, this album offers a rich and diverse listening experience.
Otto Klemperer, a towering figure in 20th-century music, brings his unique perspective to Beethoven's works, offering interpretations that are both respectful of tradition and innovative in their approach. His collaborations with the New Philharmonia Orchestra result in performances that are both technically impressive and emotionally resonant.
"Otto Klemperer Conducts Beethoven" is not just a collection of recordings; it's a celebration of Beethoven's musical legacy. From the dramatic intensity of the Fifth Symphony to the serene beauty of the Pastoral, this album showcases the full range of Beethoven's genius. Whether you're looking to expand your classical music library or simply enjoy some of the greatest compositions ever written, this album is a perfect choice.
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: I. Allegro vivace e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: II. Allegretto scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: III. Tempo di menuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: IV. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Leonore Overture No. 2, Op. 72aLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": I. Erwachen heiterer Empfindungen bei der Ankunft auf dem Lande. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": II. Scene am Bach. Andante molto motoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": III. Lustiges Zusammensein der Landleute. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": IV. Gewitter. Sturm. Allegro -Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": V. Hirtengesang. Frohe und dankbare Gefühle nach dem Sturm. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: I. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: III. Rondo. VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: König Stephan, Op. 117: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: III. Allegro -Ludwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: IV. Allegro - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: I. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Yehudi Menuhin, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Yehudi Menuhin, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Yehudi Menuhin, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Leonore Overture No. 1, Op. 138Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: I. Poco sostenuto - VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: III. Presto - Assai meno prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: IV. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Klemperer
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: I. KyrieLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Gloria in excelsis DeoLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Qui tollisLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Quoniam tu solus sanctusLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Credo in unum DeumLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Chorus, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Et incarnatus estLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Et resurrexitLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: SanctusLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: BenedictusLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Agnus DeiLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Missa solemnis, Op. 123: Dona nobis pacemLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Elisabeth Söderström, Marga Höffgen, Martti Talvela, New Philharmonia Chorus, Waldemar Kmentt, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Coriolan Overture, Op. 62Ludwig 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. Presto - "O Freunde, nicht diese Töne!" (Ode to Joy)Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Aase Nordmo Løvberg, Christa Ludwig, Waldemar Kmentt, Hans Hotter, Philharmonia Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: Arie. "O wär ich schon mit dir vereint" (Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Ingeborg Hallstein, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: Quartet. "Mir ist so wunderbar" (Marzelline, Leonore, Jaquino, Rocco)Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Christa Ludwig, Gerhard Unger, Gottlob Frick, Ingeborg Hallstein, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: Arie. "Hat man nicht auch Gold beineben" (Rocco)Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Gottlob Frick, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: Arie mit Chor. "Ha! Welch'ein Augenblick!" - "Er spricht von Tode und Wunde" (Pizarro, Chor)Ludwig van Beethoven, Otto Klemperer, Philharmonia Chorus, Walter Berry, Philharmonia Orchestra