Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 9 in D Major, performed on period instruments, is a monumental work that showcases the composer's late-Romantic style and profound emotional depth. This album, released on Alpha Classics on June 21, 2024, offers a unique opportunity to experience Mahler's final complete symphony as it might have sounded in its original context. The performance, spanning 1 hour and 22 minutes, is a testament to the meticulous attention to historical detail and the expressive power of the orchestra.
The symphony is divided into four movements, each with its own distinct character and emotional landscape. The first movement, Andante comodo, unfolds with a sense of calm and introspection, gradually building to moments of intense passion. The second movement, Ländler, is a lively and rustic dance, evoking the spirit of Austrian folk music. The third movement, Rondo Burleske, is a whirlwind of energy and wit, showcasing Mahler's mastery of orchestral color and rhythm. The final movement, Adagio, is a profound and deeply moving meditation on life and mortality.
Performed on period instruments, this recording offers a fresh perspective on Mahler's symphony, highlighting the subtle nuances and timbral richness of the music. The orchestra's playing is both precise and expressive, bringing out the full range of emotions in Mahler's score. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Mahler's music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
2024 Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France2024 Busoni – Mahler Foundation
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Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 1, Andante comodoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 2, Etwas frischerGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 3, Plötzlich sehr mäßig und zurückhaltendGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 4, Mit Wut. Allegro risolutoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 5, SchattenhaftGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 6, BewegterGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 7, Wie von AnfangGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: I. Andante comodo: No. 8, Plötzlich bedeutend langsamer und leiseGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: II. Ländler: No. 1, Im Tempo eines gemächlichen Ländlers. Etwas täppisch und sehr derbGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: II. Ländler: No. 2, Pocco piu mosso subitoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: II. Ländler: No. 3, Tempo III. Ländler, ganz langsamGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: II. Ländler: No. 4, A tempo IIGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: II. Ländler: No. 5, Tempo I. Wie zu AnfangGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: II. Ländler: No. 6, Tempo IIGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: II. Ländler: No. 7, Tempo I. SubitoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo Burleske: No. 1, Allegro assai. Sehr trotzigGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo Burleske: No. 2, L’istesso tempo (I)Gustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo Burleske: No. 3, Sempre l’istesso tempoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo Burleske: No. 4, L’istesso tempo (2)Gustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo Burleske: No. 5, Etwas gehaltenGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo Burleske: No. 6, [Clarinets]Gustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo Burleske: No. 7, Tempo I. SubitoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 1, Sehr langsam und noch zurĂĽckhaltendGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 2, Plötzlich wieder langsam (wie zu Anfang) und etwas zögerndGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 3, Molto adagio subitoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 4, A tempo. Molto adagioGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 5, Stets sehr gehaltenGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 6, Fliessender, doch durchaus nicht eilendGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 7, Tempo I. Molto adagioGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: IV. Adagio: No. 8, AdagissimoGustav Mahler, Mahler Academy Orchestra, Philipp von Steinaecker
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