Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with Otto Klemperer's "Klemperer Rarities: Torino," a meticulously curated collection released on March 5, 2013, under the Archiphon label. This album spans a diverse range of genres, including classical, opera, requiem, and choral, offering a comprehensive exploration of Klemperer's artistic prowess.
The album features a stunning array of compositions, from the dramatic overture of Wagner's "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg" to the intricate movements of Schubert's "Unfinished" Symphony. Beethoven's Symphony No. 1 and Haydn's Symphony No. 101, affectionately known as "the Clock," showcase Klemperer's ability to bring out the nuances and depth of these timeless works. Stravinsky's "Pulcinella Suite" adds a touch of modernism, while Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 and Strauss's "Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche" round out the collection with their grandeur and complexity.
With a total runtime of 2 hours and 39 minutes, this album is a testament to Klemperer's enduring legacy and his unparalleled contribution to the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "Klemperer Rarities: Torino" promises an enriching and captivating listening experience.
Tracks
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, WWV 96, Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg (the Mastersingers of Nuremberg), Act I: PreludeRichard Wagner, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 8 in B Minor, D. 759 "Unfinished": I. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 8 in B Minor, D. 759 "Unfinished": II. Andante con motoFranz Schubert, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: I. Adagio molto - Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: II. Andante cantabile con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: III. Menuetto - Allegro molto e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21: IV. Finale. Adagio - Allegro molto e vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, Hob. I:101 "the Clock": I. Adagio - PrestoJoseph Haydn, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, Hob. I:101 "the Clock": II. AndanteJoseph Haydn, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, Hob. I:101 "the Clock": III. Menuett: AllegroJoseph Haydn, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, Hob. I:101 "the Clock": IV. Finale. VivaceJoseph Haydn, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: I. Overture: SinfoniaIgor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: II. SerenataIgor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: III. Scherzino - Allegro - AndantinoIgor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: IV. TarantellaIgor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: V. ToccataIgor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: VI. Gavotta - Variation No. 1 - Variation no. 2Igor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: VII. VivoIgor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Pulcinella Suite: VIII. Minuetto - FinaleIgor Stravinsky, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70: I. AllegroDmitri Shostakovich, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70: II. ModeratoDmitri Shostakovich, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70: III. PrestoDmitri Shostakovich, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70: IV. LargoDmitri Shostakovich, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Symphony No. 9 in E-Flat Major, Op. 70: V. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche, Op. 28, TrV 171: Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche (Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks), Op. 28, TrV 171Richard Strauss, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI di Torino, Otto Klemperer
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