Description

Brahms: Serenades Op.11 & Op.16 - Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Amsterdam, Bernard Haitink / Silver Line Classics / Philips Audio CD 1991 / 432 510-2

UPC 0028948401000

Product Details

Label: Philips – 432 510-2
Series: Silver Line Classics
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: Netherlands
Released: 1991
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Product Features

This CD features Brahms’ Serenades Op.11 and Op.16 performed by the renowned Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Amsterdam, under the baton of Bernard Haitink. The album showcases Brahms' mastery in orchestral writing, emphasizing the Romantic era's lush and expressive qualities.

Overview

Brahms: Serenades Op.11 & Op.16 includes two of Brahms’ significant serenades:

Serenade in D, Op.11: Composed for a chamber orchestra, this serenade reflects Brahms' early orchestral style with its rich, melodic lines and intricate rhythms.
- 1. Allegro Molto – 9:43
- 2. Scherzo – 7:39
- 3. Adagio Non Troppo – 15:19
- 4. Menuetto I - II – 4:12
- 5. Scherzo – 2:54
- 6. Rondo – 6:05
Serenade in A, Op.16: Brahms’ second serenade exhibits a more developed orchestral approach, balancing elegance with emotional depth.
- 1. Allegro – 7:41
- 2. Scherzo – 2:41
- 3. Adagio Non Troppo – 7:26
- 4. Quasi Menuetto- Trio – 5:23
- 5. Rondo – 5:55

The performance by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the direction of Bernard Haitink offer a profound interpretation of these works, making this album a must-have for classical music enthusiasts.

Interesting Facts

Bernard Haitink is renowned for his interpretations of Brahms’ orchestral works, bringing out the nuances and emotional depth of the compositions.
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, based in Amsterdam, is one of the world’s leading orchestras, known for its exceptional sound and precision.