Otto Klemperer & Philharmonia Orchestra - Dvorak: Symphony No. 9 / Schubert: Symphony No. 8 / Es

The German conductor and composer Otto Klemperer (14 May 1885 – 6 July 1973) is undoubtedly one of the greatest conductors of the 20th century. Klemperer's recording of Dvorak's “Symphony No. 9” (“From the New World”)

and Schubert's “Symphony No. 8” (“The Unfinished”) with the Philharmonia Orchestra is particularly appreciated for its clarity, attention to detail and Klemperer's characteristic approach to tempo and phrasing. Many reviewers highlight

the depth and expressiveness of his interpretations. The Dvorak recording is characterized by its powerful and detailed interpretation, with the bass lines particularly well developed. The Schubert recording is perceived as graceful and

flowing, with a balance between discipline and humanity in Klemperer's conducting.“Otto Klemperer’s “New World” always has been one of the best, a fiery performance with an authentic Czech tang in the forward balance of the woodwinds.

It’s also not unusually slow, and where the tempo is comparatively leisurely, as in the scherzo, Klemperer more than makes up for it in the clarity of the imitative exchanges of the main theme. Have Dvorák’s bass lines ever come through more

clearly? Klemperer’s unsentimental handling of the Largo also captures the music’s melodic purity and serenity as well as anyone ever has”. (David Hurwitz, ClassicsToday.com)

“The amazing thing is that the Klemperer is as good as it is. Symphony No. 5 starts better than from anyone.” (Gramophone.co.uk)

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Recorded at Kingsway Hall, London on October 30 - November 2, 1963 and February 4 & 6, 1963.

Conductor: Otto Klemperer
Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra

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Title

Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904): Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95 “From The New World”

1.    Adagio - Allegro Molto
2.    Largo
3.    Scherzo (Molto Vivace)
4.    Allegro Con Fuoco

Franz Schubert (1797-1828): Symphony No. 8 in B Minor, D. 759 “Unfinished”

5.    Allegro Moderato
6.    Andante Con Moto