Mahler Klaus Tennstedt London Philharmonic Orchestra - Symphony No 7
Review by sum adi
The album Symphony No 7 by Mahler Klaus Tennstedt London Philharmonic Orchestra is a masterpiece that showcases the brilliance of the composer and the exceptional talent of the orchestra. The symphony, which is also known as "Song of the Night," is a complex and intricate piece that requires a skilled hand to execute, and Tennstedt and his orchestra do so with precision and passion.
The album is a delight to listen to, as each movement is expertly crafted and executed. The first movement, which is marked by its haunting melodies and somber tones, sets the tone for the rest of the symphony. The second movement, which is characterized by its lively and energetic rhythms, is a stark contrast to the first, and it showcases the versatility of the orchestra.
The third movement, which is marked by its gentle and serene melodies, is a beautiful interlude that provides a moment of respite before the final two movements. The fourth movement, which is marked by its sweeping melodies and epic scope, is a tour-de-force that showcases the orchestra's technical prowess and musicality.
The final movement, which is marked by its triumphant and uplifting melodies, is a fitting conclusion to the symphony. It is a testament to Mahler's genius and Tennstedt's skill that the orchestra is able to convey the emotional depth and complexity of the piece so effectively.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| III. Fliessend, Aber Nicht Schnell (Schattenhaft) | 10:17 | |
| IV. Nachtmusik II: Andante Amoroso | 15:12 | |
| II. Nachtmusik I: Allegro Moderato | 16:49 | |
| V. Rondo-Finale: Allegro Ordinario - Allegro Moderato, Ma Energico | 18:02 | |
| I. Langsam (Adagio) - Allegro Risoluto | 23:19 |
Video
Mahler Symphonie Nr 7 Klaus Tennstedt (1993) Last Recording
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Catalog Numbers
- SLS 5238, ASD 4083, ASD 4084
- DSB-3908
Labels
- His Master's Voice
- Angel Records
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Formats
- 2 × Vinyl
- LP
- Album
- Stereo
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Composed By | Mahler |
| Conductor | Klaus Tennstedt |
| Engineer | Neville Boyling |
| Orchestra | London Philharmonic Orchestra |
| Producer | John Willan |
Notes
- (UK) HMV Digital release: double album in gatefold cover.
- Gatefold Cover
About Mahler Klaus Tennstedt London Philharmonic Orchestra
Austrian composer and conductor.
Born 7 July 1860 in Kalischt, Bohemia (today Kaliště, Czech Republic) and died 18 May 1911 in Vienna, Austria.
Gustav Mahler (German pronunciation: ; was a late-Romantic Austrian-Bohemian composer and one of the leading conductors of his generation. As a composer, he acted as a bridge between the 19th century Austro-German tradition and the modernism of the early 20th century. While in his lifetime his status as a conductor was established beyond question, his own music gained wide popularity only after periods of relative neglect which included a ban on its performance in much of Europe during the Nazi era. After 1945 the music was discovered and championed by a new generation of listeners; Mahler then became one of the most frequently performed and recorded of all composers, a position he has sustained into the 21st century.
Born in humble circumstances, Mahler showed his musical gifts at an early age. After graduating from the Vienna Conservatory in 1878, he held a succession of conducting posts of rising importance in the opera houses of Europe, culminating in his appointment in 1897 as director of the Vienna Court Opera (Hofoper). During his ten years in Vienna, Mahlerwho had converted to Catholicism from Judaism to secure the postexperienced regular opposition and hostility from the anti-Semitic press. Nevertheless, his innovative productions and insistence on the highest performance standards ensured his reputation as one of the greatest of opera conductors, particularly as an interpreter of the stage works of and . Late in his life he was briefly director of New York's and .
He wed fellow composer and musician on 9 March 1902. They had two daughters, Maria Anna Mahler (03.11.1902-05.07.1907) & .
Mahler's œuvre is relatively smallfor much of his life composing was a part-time activity, secondary to conductingand is confined to the genres of symphony and song, except for one piano quartet. Most of his ten symphonies are very large-scale works, several of which employ soloists and choirs in addition to augmented orchestral forces. These works were often controversial when first performed, and were slow to receive critical and popular approval; an exception was the triumphant premiere of his Eighth Symphony in 1910. Mahler's immediate musical successors were the composers of the Second Viennese School, notably , and . and are among later 20th-century composers who admired and were influenced by Mahler. The International Gustav Mahler Institute was established in 1955, to honour the composer's life and work.
Real Name
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Summary by sum adi
Comments
2023-04-12
1:08:46
2023-04-11
This is a brilliant performance, as are all of the Tennstedt Mahler performances, but the opening of this one is lackluster when compared to the astonishingly terrifying brass in the recording with Georg Solti and the Chicago Symphony. There may be a few other recordings that are close, but NOBODY, on any of the dozens of live and recorded performances I've heard, covers that tenor horn opening like Jay Freidman. And then when Bud Herseth plays the first trumpet lines....it's just no contest. The Chicago brass of that time had few peers, if any.
2023-04-11
Michael Steinberg: Followed with old Man. School of music score?
2023-04-10
I concur with all of the 'KIausketeers' here that Maestro Tennstedt is a marvelous Mahler conductor and on this recording he brings the 7th Symphony to life with great immediacy. My problem is with the 7th itself and I am thankful that it was not the composer's last symphony. It rounds out Mahler's middle period trio of instrumental symphonies and although it contains many beautiful moments, I have never grasped its totality, a comprehensive quality that I find in all of his other symphonies. In contrast to the bleak final movement of the 6th Symphony that acts as a culmination of the previous movements, the 7th's progression of movements from darkness to light in the Finale eludes me as non-organic and forced, more akin to a pastiche. For many years of the previous century the 7th was rarely performed. Once Mahler's symphonies entered the mainstream of the performing concert repertoire at the end of the 20th century, it was inevitable that the beauties contained in the 7th would become recognized and better appreciated, while not enthusiastically embraced in general by the public.
2023-04-10
Pure joy for us all Klausketeers !!!
2023-04-09
Tennstedt's memorable final recording is my personal favorite Mahler 7, with all of the emotional power this masterpiece demands. I have great respect for all the wonderful Mahler maestros I've enjoyed in over 50 years of Mahler listening. Whose interpretation is better is always a matter of personal opinion. To me Tennstedt's Mahler readings, especially in his late era live performances, speak with the greatest clarity and depth. I'm grateful that his recorded legacy lets me and other devotees continue to revel in his unique gifts.
2023-04-08
The late great Alan Cumberland on timpani!!!!!
2023-04-07
1:08:48 THE BEST TIMPANI SOLO I've heard Mahler 7
2023-04-06
Maestro Tennstedt donne, à mon avis, une immense interprétation de la septième ... ce final surtout plein de bruit et de fureur, de tendresse, de joie vite emportée par les ailes de la nuit ; il plane une ambiance en demi teinte, entre ombres et clartés. Mahler le visionnaire nous amène à l'extrême point de bascule : Vienne s'étourdit, narcissique et légère en apparence : au delà de la ville, les éclairs d'une guerre au futur grouillent et attendent ... l'instant est encore à la danse... pour combien de temps ... ?)
2023-04-05
I love Mahler and this is an absolutely stunning performance! (Retired oboe player here.)
2023-04-04
Never too celebrated musician. Viva
2023-04-04
Awesome performance!!...45:19-Enchanting ?violin solo,divine!!!
2023-04-03
He is one of the BEST Mahler conductors!!
2023-04-03
Wow what a epic climatic ending.
