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Beethoven: Symphony No. 1/Symphony No. 5 [ SACD ]

Beethoven: Symphony No. 1/Symphony No. 5

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  • Released Date: 15 Nov 2019

  • Genre: Classical

Our Take

Ah, Ivan Fischer and the Budapest Festival Orchestra, serving up a double dose of Beethoven with Symphony 1 and Symphony 5. A bold move, some might say, but these guys are no strangers to taking risks.

The symphonies kick off with Symphony 1, and right from the get-go, you know you're in for a wild ride. The Budapest Festival Orchestra brings a sense of urgency and energy to Beethoven's first symphony, reinvigorating the classical masterpiece with a modern twist. The strings soar, the winds dance, and the brass blare with a ferocity that would make Ludwig himself proud.

But hold on to your hats, folks, because Symphony 5 is where things really start to heat up. The iconic four-note motif that opens the symphony sets the tone for a rollercoaster of emotions, as Fischer and his orchestra take us on a journey through triumph, tragedy, and everything in between. The dynamics are expertly handled, the tempo shifts are seamless, and the overall execution is nothing short of sublime.

In conclusion, Ivan Fischer and the Budapest Festival Orchestra have delivered a knockout performance with Beethoven: Symphony 1 & Symphony 5. It's a masterclass in interpretation, a feast for the ears, and a reminder of why Beethoven's music continues to captivate audiences centuries after its creation. So grab your headphones, turn up the volume, and prepare to be dazzled.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. I. Adagio Molto - Allegro Con Brio
2. II. Andante Cantabile Con Moto
3. III. Menuetto (Allegro Molto E Vivace)
4. IV. Adagio - Allegro Molto E Vivace
5. I. Allegro Con Brio
6. II. Andante Con Moto
7. III. Scherzo (Allegro)
8. IV. Allegro - Presto

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