Dive into the world of Ludwig van Beethoven with the comprehensive album "Simon Rattle Conducts Beethoven," released on September 30, 2022, under Warner Classics. This extensive collection spans over five hours and twenty-eight minutes, offering a deep exploration of Beethoven's most celebrated works.
The album features a rich tapestry of Beethoven's symphonies, concertos, and operatic pieces, performed with meticulous artistry by the renowned conductor Simon Rattle. From the iconic opening notes of Symphony No. 5 to the triumphant chords of Symphony No. 9, this compilation showcases the evolution of Beethoven's genius across his career.
Highlights include the powerful and dramatic Symphony No. 5, the lyrical beauty of the Piano Concerto No. 2, and the pastoral charm of Symphony No. 6. The album also includes excerpts from Beethoven's only opera, "Fidelio," providing a glimpse into his vocal compositions.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's works, this album offers a comprehensive journey through the composer's most enduring and influential pieces. The performances are marked by their precision, depth, and emotional resonance, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in classical music.
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: III. Allegro -Ludwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: IV. Allegro - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: I. Adagio - Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: III. Scherzo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36: IV. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: "O wär' ich schon mit dir vereint" (Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker, Juliane Banse
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: "Mir ist so wunderbar" (Marzelline, Leonore, Rocco, Jaquino)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Berliner Philharmoniker, Angela Denoke, Juliane Banse, Rainer Trost, László Polgár
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: "Gut, Söhnchen, gut, hab' immer Mut" (Rocco, Leonore, Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Angela Denoke, Juliane Banse, László Polgár, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: "Nur auf der Hut, dann geht es gut" (Rocco, Leonore, Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Angela Denoke, Juliane Banse, László Polgár, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: "Abscheulicher! Wo eilst du hin?" (Leonore)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Angela Denoke, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: "Komm, Hoffnung, lass den letzten Stern" (Leonore)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Angela Denoke, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 1: "O welche Lust" (Chor, Gefangener)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Ion Tibrea, Thomas Ebenstein, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 2: "In des Lebens Frühlingstagen" (Florestan)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Jon Villars, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Fidelio, Op. 72, Act 2: "Wer ein holdes Weib errungen" (Chor, Florestan, Leonore, Marzelline, Jaquino, Don Fernando, Rocco)Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Simon Rattle, Angela Denoke, Juliane Banse, Jon Villars, Rainer Trost, Thomas Quasthoff, László Polgár, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: I. Poco sostenuto - VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: III. Presto - Assai meno prestoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: IV. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
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, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": II. Scene am Bach. Andante molto motoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": III. Lustiges Zusammensein der Landleute. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": IV. Gewitter. Sturm. Allegro -Ludwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": V. Hirtengesang. Frohe und dankbare Gefühle nach dem Sturm. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: III. Rondo. Allegro scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": I. Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestosoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": II. Molto vivace - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": III. Adagio molto e cantabile - Andante moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": IV. (a) Presto - Allegro assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral": IV. (b) Ode to Joy. "O Freunde, nicht diese Töne!"Ludwig van Beethoven, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle, Barbara Bonney, Birgit Remmert, City of Birmingham Symphony Chorus, Kurt Streit, Thomas Hampson
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