Immerse yourself in the profound and majestic world of Anton Bruckner with the release of "Bruckner: Symphonies 3-9" on April 7, 2023, under the prestigious Profil Edition Günter Hänssler label. This extraordinary collection spans an impressive seven hours and fifty-seven minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Bruckner's symphonic masterpieces.
Anton Bruckner, an Austrian composer known for his monumental symphonies, left an indelible mark on classical music with his intricate compositions and rich orchestration. This album features live performances of Bruckner's Symphonies No. 3 through No. 9, each a testament to his unique vision and mastery of the orchestral form.
The symphonies presented here showcase Bruckner's evolution as a composer, from the dramatic and powerful "Wagner" Symphony No. 3 to the expansive and introspective "Romantic" Symphony No. 4. The collection continues with the ethereal "Phantastische" Symphony No. 5, the triumphant Symphony No. 6, the radiant Symphony No. 7, the monumental Symphony No. 8, and culminates with the profound and visionary Symphony No. 9.
Each symphony is performed with meticulous attention to detail, bringing out the depth and complexity of Bruckner's scores. The live recordings capture the energy and dynamism of the performances, offering listeners an authentic and immersive experience.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Bruckner's work, this album provides a rich and rewarding exploration of some of the most significant symphonies in the classical repertoire. Prepare to be captivated by the grandeur and emotional depth of Anton Bruckner's symphonic genius.
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Tracks
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 "Wagner" (1889 Version, L. Nowak Edition): I. Mehr langsam, misterioso - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 "Wagner" (1889 Version, Nowak Edition): II. Adagio. Feierliche - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 "Wagner" (1889 Version, Nowak Edition): III. Scherzo. Ziemlich schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, WAB 103 "Wagner" (1889 Version, Nowak Edition): IV. Finale. Allegro - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic" (1881 Version, Haas Edition): I. Bewegt, nicht zu schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic" (1881 Version, Haas Edition): II. Andante, quasi allegretto - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 4 in E-Flat Major, WAB 104 "Romantic" (1881 Version, Haas Edition): IV. Finale. Bewegt, doch nicht zu schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105 "Phantastische": I. Introduction. Adagio - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105 "Phantastische": II. Adagio. Sehr langsam - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105 "Phantastische": III. Scherzo. Molto vivace - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 5 in B-Flat Major, WAB 105 "Phantastische": IV. Finale. Adagio - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in A Major, WAB 106: I. Majestoso - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in A Major, WAB 106: II. Adagio. Sehr feierlich - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in A Major, WAB 106: III. Scherzo. Nicht schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 6 in A Major, WAB 106: IV. Finale. Bewegt, doch nicht zu schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (1886 Version, Haas Edition): I. Allegro moderato - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (1886 Version, Haas Edition): II. Adagio. Sehr feierlich und sehr langsam - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (1886 Version, Haas Edition): III. Scherzo. Sehr schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (1886 Version, Haas Edition): IV. Finale. Bewegt, doch nich schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1890 Version): I. Allegro moderato - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1890 Version): II. Scherzo. Allegro moderato - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1890 Version): III. Adagio. Feierlich langsam, doch nicht schleppend - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 8 in C Minor, WAB 108 (1890 Version): IV. Finale. Feierlich, nicht schnell - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, NDR-Sinfonieorchester
Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, WAB 109 (1894 Version, Nowak Edition): I. Feierlich, misterioso - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, WAB 109 (1894 Version, Nowak Edition): II. Scherzo. Bewegt, lebhaft - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, WAB 109 (1894 Version, Nowak Edition): III. Adagio. Langsam, feierlich - LiveAnton Bruckner, Günter Wand, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra