Immerse yourself in the profound and powerful world of symphonic masterpieces with Hans Knappertsbusch's "Brahms & Bruckner: The Symphonies." This extraordinary collection, released on November 9, 2018, under the Profil label, brings together the complete symphonies of Johannes Brahms and Anton Bruckner, performed with unparalleled depth and intensity by the renowned conductor Hans Knappertsbusch.
Spanning an impressive nine hours and sixteen minutes, this album is a testament to Knappertsbusch's mastery and the timeless brilliance of these compositions. The recording features live performances of Brahms' symphonies, including the iconic Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68, and the elegant Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98, alongside Bruckner's monumental works such as the Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic," and the expansive Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108.
Knappertsbusch's interpretations are celebrated for their rich, resonant sound and dynamic range, offering a unique perspective on these classical staples. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album provides an enriching and captivating listening experience. Dive into the intricate layers of Brahms' and Bruckner's symphonies, and let Knappertsbusch's conducting guide you through a journey of musical excellence and emotional resonance.
Tracks
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: I. Un poco sostenuto - Allegro (Live)Johannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: II. Andante sostenuto (Live)Johannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: III. Un poco allegretto e grazioso (Live)Johannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: IV. Adagio - Più andante - Allegro non troppo ma con brio (Live)Johannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Hans Knappertsbusch
Academic Festival Overture, Op. 80Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: II. Adagio non troppo - L'istesso tempo, ma graziosoJohannes Brahms, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: III. Allegretto grazioso - Presto ma non assai (Quasi andantino)Johannes Brahms, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: IV. Allegro con spiritoJohannes Brahms, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: I. Allegro con brio - Un poco sostenuto (Live)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: II. Andante (Live)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegretto (Live)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: IV. Allegro - Un poco sostenuto (Live)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Tragic Overture, Op. 81 (Live)Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: I. Allegro non troppo (Live)Johannes Brahms, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: II. Andante moderato (Live)Johannes Brahms, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: III. Allegro giocoso - Poco meno presto (Live)Johannes Brahms, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: IV. Allegro energico e passionato - Più allegro (Live)Johannes Brahms, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Hans Knappertsbusch
Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a "St. Anthony Variations"Johannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 (1890 Version, Ed. T. Raettig): I. Massig bewegtAnton Bruckner, Bavarian State Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 (1890 Version, Ed. T. Raettig): II. Adagio, quasi andante [Etwas Bewegt]Anton Bruckner, Bavarian State Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 (1890 Version, Ed. T. Raettig): III. Scherzo. Ziemlich schnellAnton Bruckner, Bavarian State Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 (1890 Version, Ed. T. Raettig): IV. Finale. AllegroAnton Bruckner, Bavarian State Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic" (1888 Version, Rev. F. Loewe, Ed. A. Gutmann): I. Bewegt, nicht zu schnellAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic" (1888 Version, Rev. F. Loewe, Ed. A. Gutmann): II. Andante quasi allegrettoAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic" (1888 Version, Rev. F. Loewe, Ed. A. Gutmann): III. Scherzo. BewegtAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic" (1888 Version, Rev. F. Loewe, Ed. A. Gutmann): IV. Finale. Bewegt, doch nicht zu schnellAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105: I. Adagio - AllegroAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105: II. AdagioAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105: III. Scherzo. Molto vivaceAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105: IV. Finale. Adagio - Allegro moderatoAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (Modified 1885 Version, Ed. A. Gutmann): I. Allegro moderatoAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (Modified 1885 Version, Ed. A. Gutmann): II. Adagio. Sehr feierlich und sehr langsamAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (Modified 1885 Version, Ed. A. Gutmann): III. Scherzo. Sehr schnellAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (Modified 1885 Version, Ed. A. Gutmann): IV. Finale. Bewegt, doch nicht schnellAnton Bruckner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1892 Version): I. Allegro moderatoAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1892 Version): II. Scherzo. Allegro moderatoAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1892 Version): III. Adagio. Feierlich langsam, doch nicht schleppendAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1892 Version): IV. Finale. Feierlich, nicht schnellAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, WAB 109 (1903 Edition, Ed. F. Lowe): I. Feierlich, misteriosoAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, WAB 109 (1903 Edition, Ed. F. Lowe): II. Scherzo. Bewegt, lebhaftAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, WAB 109 (1903 Edition, Ed. F. Lowe): III. Adagio. Langsam feierlichAnton Bruckner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
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