Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven with the comprehensive compilation "Otto Klemperer Conducts Beethoven." Released on August 12, 2022, by Warner Classics, this extensive collection spans a staggering 11 hours and 1 minute, featuring 65 tracks that encapsulate the essence of Beethoven's monumental works.
Under the baton of the esteemed German conductor Otto Klemperer, this album brings together a rich tapestry of Beethoven's most celebrated compositions. From the iconic Symphony No. 5 in C Minor to the profound Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, known as the "Choral," each piece is performed with meticulous precision and deep emotional resonance. The album also includes the stirring "Missa solemnis," the enchanting "Violin Concerto in D Major," and the dramatic "Fidelio" overture, among many others.
Klemperer's interpretations are renowned for their clarity and intensity, making this compilation a treasure trove for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and those new to Beethoven's oeuvre. The performances, originally recorded with the Philharmonia Orchestra, showcase the conductor's ability to bring out the nuanced beauty and power of Beethoven's compositions.
Whether you're drawn to the grandeur of the symphonies, the elegance of the piano concertos, or the dramatic overtures, this album offers a comprehensive journey through Beethoven's musical legacy. It's a testament to the enduring brilliance of one of history's greatest composers, captured in a collection that is as inspiring as it is comprehensive.
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
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