Leonard Bernstein - Mahler: Symphony No.2 - 2 UHQCD Limited Edition

Credits:

Leonard Bernstein,Gustav Mahler,Barbara Hendricks,Christa Ludwig,The Westminster Choir,Joseph Flummerfelt,New York Philharmonic

Description:

[Leonard Bernstein (1918.8.25-1990.10.14) was a star conductor who shared popularity with Karajan in the 20th century.) His passionate, emotionally charged, and soulful performances drew the sympathies of many, and he was loved by many with a charismatic following. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of his birth, 50 titles are being released in a limited edition with UHQCD, green color label coating, and specifications that focus on sound quality. Mahler's Symphony No. 2 is a symphony with a philosophical content that pursues the meaning of life with the theme of the death and resurrection of a hero. The final movement is an epic poem depicting the final judgment and resurrection. Bernstein conducted this performance with the New York Philharmonic, where he had long served as music director and received the title of Conductor Laureate. Special program for the 100th anniversary of DG's founding [Performed by] Barbara Hendricks (soprano), Christa Ludwig (alto), Westminster Chorus (Chorus Conductor: Josef Flummerfelt), New York Philharmonic, Conductor: Leonard Bernstein Leonard Bernstein Recording: April 1987, New York (live recording)

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