Antonio Vivaldi: The Four Seasons – A Masterclass in Classical Performance DVD

Product Information

• UPC: 886972997094
• Format: DVD (All Regions, PAL)
• Made In: Germany
• Audio: 2.0 & 5.1 Surround
• Runtime: 42:00 minutes
• Publisher: Sony Classical

Overview

Celebrate the timeless genius of Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons with this extraordinary DVD performance. Originally released to commemorate Herbert von Karajan’s 100th birthday in 2008, this re-mastered edition features innovative technology that recreates the original concert acoustics. The audio has been meticulously re-recorded at Karajan’s two favourite venues—the Philharmonic Hall in Berlin and the Musikverein in Vienna—to deliver an unparalleled surround-sound experience. Conducted by the legendary Herbert von Karajan, with the Berlin Philharmonic and featuring the exquisite violin artistry of Anne-Sophie Mutter, this DVD marries the greatest classical music with world-class performance and cutting-edge audio-visual presentation.

Compositions & Track Listing

SPRING

• Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV. 269 “La primavera”
  • I. Allegro
  • II. Largo e pianissimo sempre
  • III. Allegro

SUMMER

• Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV. 315 “L’estate”
  • I. Allegro non molto
  • II. Adagio
  • III. Presto

AUTUMN

• Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV. 293 “L’autunno”
  • I. Allegro
  • II. Adagio molto
  • III. Allegro

WINTER

• Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV. 297 “L’inverno”
  • I. Allegro non molto
  • II. Largo
  • III. Allegro

Key Performers

• Violin: Anne-Sophie Mutter
• Orchestra: Berliner Philharmoniker
• Conductor: Herbert von Karajan

Product Features

• Innovative Re-Mastering: Audio re-recorded in two of the world’s finest concert venues—Philharmonic Hall in Berlin and Musikverein in Vienna—delivering an immersive 2.0 and 5.1 surround sound experience.
• Legendary Performances: Experience the sublime artistry of Herbert von Karajan’s conducting, the stellar performance of the Berlin Philharmonic, and the brilliant violin interpretations by Anne-Sophie Mutter.
• Visual & Audio Excellence: This DVD offers a beautifully remastered presentation that captures the grandeur of Vivaldi’s work, making it an essential addition to any classical music collection.

Interesting Facts

• Heritage Celebration: This release was originally created in honor of Herbert von Karajan’s 100th birthday, marking a milestone for one of the 20th century’s most revered conductors.
• Acoustic Innovation: By re-recording the concert acoustics at two iconic venues, the production team has preserved the authentic sound of the original performances while enhancing the listening experience with modern surround sound technology.
• World-Class Collaboration: The DVD features a collaboration among some of the most celebrated names in classical music, combining the unparalleled expertise of Karajan, the virtuosity of Anne-Sophie Mutter, and the renowned Berlin Philharmonic.

Publishers

Published by Sony Classical. All rights reserved.

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