A brilliant orchestral performance that combines cosmic scale with meticulous construction.
Seiji Ozawa conducts the Boston Symphony Orchestra in this magnificent performance of Richard Strauss's classic symphonic poem, "Thus Spoke Zarathustra."
The opening fanfare begins with overwhelming force, dramatically depicting the contrast between light and darkness. Ozawa's conducting clearly illustrates the structure while brilliantly bringing out Strauss's distinctive sensual sound. The Boston Symphony Orchestra's brass is brilliant, and the balance between the thickness and clarity of the strings is exquisite. The music is vibrant and dynamic, yet philosophical in its depth. The recording maintains a spaciousness and clarity down to the finest details. This is a masterful album that represents orchestral art of the late 20th century.
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Von Den Hinterweltlern - Von Der Großen Sehnsucht - Von Den Freuden Und Leidenschaften - Das Grablied - Von Der Wissenschaft - Der Genesende
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Der Genesende (Schluß) - Das Tanzlied - Das Nachtlied - Das Nachtwandlerlied
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Composed By - Richard Strauss
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Orchestra - Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Conductor - Seiji Ozawa
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Soloist, Violin - Joseph Silverstein
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Photography By - Claude Delorme
