Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Victor de Sabata with this exceptional compilation of his recordings on Deutsche Grammophon and Decca. Released on November 24, 2017, this album is a testament to de Sabata's unparalleled mastery of opera and orchestral works, spanning a rich and diverse repertoire.
The album opens with Antonín Dvořák's Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98, followed by Richard Strauss's Tod und Verklärung, Op. 24, and Jean Sibelius's En Saga, Op. 9. It then transitions into iconic operatic pieces such as the prelude from Giuseppe Verdi's Aida and the prelude and Liebestod from Richard Wagner's Tristan und Isolde. De Sabata's interpretations are both powerful and nuanced, showcasing his deep understanding of these works.
The second half of the album features Franz Liszt's Tänze aus Galanta and Roman Festivals, P. 157, leading into Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's monumental Requiem in D Minor, K. 626. De Sabata's conducting of the Requiem is particularly noteworthy, capturing the work's profound depth and drama. The album concludes with Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica," Camille Saint-Saëns's Le carnaval romain, Op. 95, Jean Sibelius's Valse triste, Op. 44, and the Ride of the Walkyres from Richard Wagner's Die Walküre, WWV 86B.
With a total duration of 4 hours and 28 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive journey through some of the most celebrated works in classical music, all performed with Victor de Sabata's distinctive artistry and passion. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire.
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: II. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: III. Allegro giocoso - Poco meno presto - Tempo IJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: IV. Allegro energico e passionato - Più allegroJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Tod und Verklärung, Op. 24, TrV 158Richard Strauss, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
En Saga, Op. 9Jean Sibelius, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
Aida: PreludioGiuseppe Verdi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Tristan und Isolde, WWV 90 / Act 1: Prelude To Act 1Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Tristan und Isolde, WWV 90 / Act 3: Isoldes LiebestodRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Tänze aus GalantaZoltán Kodály, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Roman Festivals, P. 157: 1. CircensesOttorino Respighi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Roman Festivals, P. 157: 2. Il giubileoOttorino Respighi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Roman Festivals, P. 157: 3. L'OttobrataOttorino Respighi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Roman Festivals, P. 157: 4. La BefanaOttorino Respighi, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 1. IntroitusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pia Tassinari, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 2. KyrieWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 3. Sequentia: Dies iraeWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 3. Sequentia: Tuba mirumWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pia Tassinari, Ebe Stignani, Ferruccio Tagliavini, Italo Tajo, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 3. Sequentia: Rex tremendaeWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 3. Sequentia: RecordareWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pia Tassinari, Ebe Stignani, Ferruccio Tagliavini, Italo Tajo, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 3. Sequentia: ConfutatisWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 3. Sequentia: LacrimosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 4. Offertorium: Domine JesuWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pia Tassinari, Ebe Stignani, Ferruccio Tagliavini, Italo Tajo, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 4. Offertorium: HostiasWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 5. SanctusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 6. BenedictusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pia Tassinari, Ebe Stignani, Ferruccio Tagliavini, Italo Tajo, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 7. Agnus DeiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Requiem In D Minor, K.626: 8. Communio: Lux aeternaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pia Tassinari, Orchestre della Radiotelevisione Italiana, Victor de Sabata, Coro della Radiotelevisione Italiana
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": II. Marcia funebre. Adagio assaiLudwig van Beethoven, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": III. Scherzo. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": IV. Finale. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
Le carnaval romain, Overture, H. 95Hector Berlioz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
Valse triste, Op. 44Jean Sibelius, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
Die Walküre, WWV 86B, Act III: The Ride of the WalkyresRichard Wagner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Victor de Sabata
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