Beethoven: Triple Concerto & Symphony No. 5 – Live at the Gewandhaus (DVD Video)

Product Information

• UPC: 4260234831382
• Product Type: DVD Video
• Label: accentus music
• Genre: Classical Music, Live Concert
• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven
• Works Featured:
  • Triple Concerto in C major, op. 56 ("Triple Concerto")
  • Symphony No. 5 in C minor, op. 67
• Performers:Conductor: Herbert Blomstedt
  • Soloists:
    • Isabelle Faust (Violin)
    • Jean-Guihen Queyras (Cello)
    • Martin Helmchen (Piano)
  • Orchestra: Gewandhausorchester
• Recording Details:Running Time: 78 minutes 15 seconds
  • Recorded live at the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig on 12–13 January 2017
• Video Format: 16:9 NTSC
• Audio Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Region: 0 (Worldwide)
• Disc Format: DVD

Overview

Experience a masterful interpretation of two of Beethoven’s enduring works with this live recording from the historic Gewandhaus zu Leipzig. Under the sensitive direction of Herbert Blomstedt, the soloists Isabelle Faust, Jean-Guihen Queyras, and Martin Helmchen unite the chamber-like intimacy of Beethoven's Triple Concerto with the virtuosic sophistication of the work, revealing its hidden brilliance. In an innovative reinterpretation of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, Blomstedt brings forth a fresh perspective characterized by transparency, relevance, and tender expressivity—a departure from conventional showmanship and pathos.

Product Features

• Dual Masterpieces in One Package:
  • Triple Concerto: An often underestimated gem, skillfully rendered with finesse and chamber musical intimacy.
  • Symphony No. 5: A bold reimagining that highlights clarity and emotive subtlety, marking the culmination of Blomstedt’s three-year intensive exploration of Beethoven’s cosmos.
• World-Class Performance:
  • The Gewandhausorchester, under Herbert Blomstedt’s seasoned baton, delivers an electrifying and deeply moving performance.
  • Soloists Isabelle Faust, Jean-Guihen Queyras, and Martin Helmchen bring technical brilliance and heartfelt interpretation to their respective instruments.
• High-Quality Production:
  • Captured in 16:9 NTSC format with immersive audio options including PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1, ensuring a rich home concert experience.
• Artistic Vision:
  • Blomstedt’s direction offers a novel interpretation of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony—prioritizing nuance and tenderness over conventional dramatic display.

Interesting Facts

• Historic Legacy:
  • More than two hundred years after its premiere at the Gewandhaus, Beethoven’s works continue to resonate, bridging historical tradition with modern interpretive insights.
• Innovative Reinterpretation:
  • Herbert Blomstedt’s fresh take on Symphony No. 5 invites listeners to experience the work through a lens of clarity and understated emotion, challenging long-held performance traditions.
• Collaborative Excellence:
  • The extraordinary synergy between the soloists and the Gewandhausorchester under Blomstedt’s leadership showcases a level of musical interplay that has rarely been captured in live recordings.
• A Unique Concert Experience:
  • The DVD captures the vibrant atmosphere of a live concert at one of the world’s most prestigious concert halls, offering a unique glimpse into the enduring legacy of Beethoven’s music.

Publishers

Produced by accentus music in cooperation with ARTE Concert, MDR, and Mezzo. All rights reserved.

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