John Barbirolli / Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra - Brahms: Symphony No.2 Etc. - Japan CD

Description:

[Classical Masters No. 9] A collection of definitive and long-selling recordings from Warner Classics (formerly EMI Classics). The analog recordings are the latest remastered recordings from analog masters at Abbey Road Studios and other overseas studios. The front cover uses the original overseas cover design. Commentary included. Of the many recordings of Brahms' "No. 2," this disc by Barbirolli and the Vienna Philharmonic is considered the "most beautiful. The fresh, supple, and richly sung performance is truly unique to Barbirolli. A truly romantic performance.

Tracklisting:

1 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.73 1ST MOVEMENT:ALLEGRO NON TROPPO / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
2 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.73 2ND MOVEMENT:ADAGIO NON TROPPO / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
3 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.73 3RD MOVEMENT:ALLEGRETTO GRAZIOSO(QUASI ANDANTINO) / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
4 SYMPHONY NO.2 IN D MAJOR. OP.73 4TH MOVEMENT:ALLEGRO CON SPIRITO / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
5 TRAGIC OVERTURE. OP.81 / SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI