Cover printed in Holland, CDs printed in Austria. Symphony No. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': I. Sehr massig und zuruckhaltend, 3. After all, virtually by his own admission, Mahler tried to encompass the world in his music--and maybe even that which went far beyond. Perhaps more than they ever had been before. 8, 23 Sept. 1962, for the opening of Avery Fisher Hall. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': I. Tempo sostenuto, 6. Symphony No. It is clear too that they are singing with passion and enjoyment of the music, that couldn't have been more apparent in the last half of the finale, haunting and touching with a sense of hope with a sound that will blow the roof off. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It has never until now, been given the opportunity to show the sonics it likely had, and which it now reveals via SACD. Wild herausfahrend, 4. - Langsam. Directed by Humphrey Burton. Symphony No. Gustav Mahler, and the Bernstein-Kennedy connection. ("Auferstehn, Ja Auferstehn"), II - Nun Seh' Ich Wohl, Warum So Dunkle Flammen, IV - Oft Denk' Ich, Sie Sind Nur Ausgegangen, Buy CD, Symphony No. Mahler’s symphony No. Indeed, what Bernstein does bring to this magnificent work is passion, and there is little doubt in my mind, based on what I have encountered about Mahler, that this is precisely what the composer sought to convey himself through his compositions and his conducting. 2 for CBS with the London Symphony Orchestra in 1973; sometimes this recording has been included in CD editions of the cycle. Symphony No. Looking for a movie the entire family can enjoy? Symphony No. Symphony No. For even more, visit our Family Entertainment Guide. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Others have cited some of the pioneering and insightful mono and stereo performances of Walter and Mitropoulos and those (occasionally considered idiosyncratic by some) of Scherchen. And this link makes these spectacular works all the more emotional, moving and meaningful. This legendary first commercial recording by Leonard Bernstein of Mahler's Symphony No. Symphony No. The same is true of spirituality, repose, mystery, etc. Symphony No. 5 (8 June 1968, at the Mass for R.J.K), and the first movement of the Symph. Ely Cathedral, Chapter House, The College, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England, UK. Check out our picks for family friendly movies movies that transcend all ages. This FAQ is empty. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': IV. Etwas bewegter, 3. 2 ("Resurrection"/"Auferstehung"). However, others might feel he is setting the mood for the rest of the first movement and even for the entire symphony. In any event, there has been little doubt that Bernstein has almost always brought great intensity to his Mahler interpretations. - Kräftig. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': I. Tempo I, 5. Armstrong's voice is lyrical and soaring, but Baker is even more impressive, a firm rich mezzo voice that is highly emotive. Another "writ large" characteristic of Mahler's music, found especially in this Second Symphony, is large scale, which Bernstein projects as convincingly as anyone who has recorded this piece. No. Using a superlative like "best" is, of course, nonsense when describing a piece of music which has been recorded as much as this, anyway. Symphony No. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': IV. Bernstein was at the top of his game when he recoreded this. 'Urlicht' - Sehr feierlich, aber schlicht, 2. Apart from the Eighth Symphony (frequently called the “Symphony of a Thousand”), this symphony was Mahler’s most popular and successful work during the Austrian composer’s lifetime. Wieder in's Tempo zuruckgehen, Tempo I, 10. But his tendency to sometimes engage in drawn out tempos has been, at times, controversial. Search for "Mahler: Symphony No. This performance is as close as good a performance you could possibly get of this great work. Symphony No. It is quite impossible nowadays to say of any recording of a Mahler Symphony that "this is the best". Bernstein proceeds with what sounds, at least, like adagio. The 2-CD set is filled out with 2 items of historical significance, Mahler's Adagietto from Symph. Add the first question. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': IV. However, others might feel he is setting the mood for the rest of the first movement and even for the entire symphony. Misterioso. Symphony No. The recordings on this 2 cd set represent a Bernstein-Kennedy connection of sorts, and is a treasure trove of great Mahler performances never to be forgotten. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': IV. And this link makes these spectacular works all the more emotional, moving and meaningful. No. A must have for anyone wanting to hear the 8th. Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2004. Maestoso, 7. Leonard Bernstein's conducting shows a conductor who shows great love for Mahler and actually feels the music and encourages everyone to do the same. All three works have some link to either JFK or RFK, or the Kennedy family in general. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': II. 2 In C Minor (The Resurrection Symphony) ‎ (2xLP + Box) Columbia Masterworks: M2S 695: US: 1964: Sell This Version There is nothing about this performance which, to me, would exclude it from being considered as one of the more outstanding versions, in a field which is quite large. Check out some of the IMDb editors' favorites movies and shows to round out your Watchlist. Please try again. Symphony No. Despite the composer's indication of allegro, Bernstein proceeds with what sounds, at least, like adagio. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': IV. Unable to add item to Wish List. Mahler*, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic*, Jennie Tourel, Lee Venora: Mahler*, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic*, Jennie Tourel, Lee Venora - Symphony No. Was this review helpful to you? 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': I. Allegro maestoso, 2. Etwas bewegter 'O glaube'. Bernstein subsequently re-recorded Symphony No. But his tendency to sometimes engage in drawn out tempos has been, at times, controversial. The chorus are also on top form, the sound they make is noble and majestic in equal measure and carries over the orchestra with ease. Misterioso, 10. For fans of Mahler, Bernstein or both, it's a must. このＣＤは1962年9月29日、ニューヨークのリンカーンセンターフィルハーモニックホール（現エイヴリー・フィッシャー・ホール）でのこけら落とし公演の録音と、ニューヨークフィルとのセッションでの「復活」を収録したものです。. 2 in C Minor (Resurrection). 2 Gustav Mahler (Composer), Leonard Bernstein (Conductor), New York Philharmonic Orchestra (Orchestra) & 0 more Format: Audio CD 4.4 out of 5 stars 67 ratings To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Langsam, 5. 2 In C Minor 'Resurrection': IV. All three works have some link to either JFK or RFK, or the Kennedy family in general. Sehr Feierlich, Aber Schlicht. Wieder zuruckhaltend, 8. Include me in that company. Im Tempo des Scherzo. 2 has until now, only been available in generally inferior-sounding LP, open-reel, and CD formats, using a master tape derived from the original recording session tapes.