Wolfgang Sawallisch - Wolfgang Sawallisch / The Warner Classics Edition -Complete Symphonic, Lieder & Choral Recordings - Import 65 CD Box Set

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Wolfgang Sawallisch

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Wolfgang Sawallisch (1923-), the indispensable conductor Wolfgang Sawallisch (1923-2013), has been at the center of music for 50 years. 2013) stood at the center of the music world for five decades. That centrality was reflected in his interpretations as music director and chief conductor of orchestras and opera houses, and by his self-respect. His unobtrusive but highly effective conducting skills made him an ideal recording artist. A Bavarian born in the orchestral city of Munich, Sawallisch led the renowned Bavarian State Opera for 21 years. He began his career as an outstanding pianist and continued to be sought after as an accompanist for great Lieder singers and instrumentalists.This first volume of his complete Warner Classics recordings (made for Electrola and the former EMI Classics from 1954-1997) includes wonderful songs and collaborations, as well as accompaniments to famous concertos by renowned soloists and Schubert's secular vocal and religious It includes heartwarming recordings of choral performances. The main focus of the 65 discs is on his symphonic achievements, including Beethoven, Schumann, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Bruckner, and Dvořák. Dvořák's Eighth Symphony was his first recording released in 1954. The influence of Richard Strauss is especially strong in this recording. *Lyric translation is not included. (1/2) Warner Music Japan