Beethoven: Symphonies Nos. 6 & 7

The video direction of both performances is excellent; the pictures are very sharp. The sound quality is very good indeed. These are rewarding, very musical performances which I enjoyed very... — MusicWeb International, August 2017 More…

Release Date: 31st Mar 2017
Catalogue No: ACC20413
Label: Accentus Music

Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 'Pastoral'

Gewandhausorchester Leipzig
Herbert Blomstedt

Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92

Gewandhausorchester Leipzig
Herbert Blomstedt

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In his Sixth Symphony, the “Pastoral”, Ludwig van Beethoven conveys his musical message in such a way that lets the listener literally “see” images of beautiful nature, tempestuous storms, and shepherds singing in the fields, whereas in his Seventh Symphony, Beethoven lets the music speak for itself. The performances of these works by the Gewandhausorchester under its conductor laureate Herbert Blomstedt give the uplifting feeling that the intentions of both composer and performers are united in serving the musical message.

In the lively, subtly differentiated interpretation of the works, sincere happiness, deep respect, piety, joyful serenity and an affinity to nature as well as passion, vitality and spirit can all be felt. This is what the "authenticity" of making music is all about. The humanist and musician Herbert Blomstedt embodies this truth in a unique way, creating an atmosphere where the wonders of music all become true.

Picture Format: NTSC 16:9

Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1

Region Code: 0 (worldwide)

Running Time: 93:21 min

Disc Format: DVD-9

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August 2017

The video direction of both performances is excellent; the pictures are very sharp. The sound quality is very good indeed. These are rewarding, very musical performances which I enjoyed very much indeed. The DVD is a suitable tribute to a justly respected conductor.

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