Bruckner & Messiaen - London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle | Blu-ray and DVD

UPC: 822231304296

Product Features

• Format: Dual Format (Blu-ray and DVD)
• Running Time: Approximately 104 minutes
• Language: English, with liner notes available in English
• Audio: 24-bit, 48kHz PCM Stereo (2.0)
• Video: HD 1080p (Blu-ray), NTSC 16:9 widescreen (DVD and Blu-ray)
• Region Code: Blu-ray (All Regions), DVD (Region 0)
• Publisher: LSO Live

Overview

This remarkable dual-format recording from the London Symphony Orchestra pairs two powerful yet contrasting compositions: Symphony No. 8 in C minor by Anton Bruckner, as edited by Robert Haas, and Olivier Messiaen’s vivid Couleurs de la Cité Céleste. Conducted by Sir Simon Rattle and featuring renowned French pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard, this live performance from London's Barbican Hall immerses audiences in an exceptional musical experience, capturing the contrasting spiritual intensity of Bruckner's grand symphony and the colorful, episodic nature of Messiaen's work for a smaller ensemble.

Bruckner's Symphony No. 8, known for its monumental scale and emotional depth, reflects his profound faith through sweeping orchestral textures and an almost architectural structure. In contrast, Messiaen’s Couleurs de la Cité Céleste employs short, intense bursts of sound that evoke a mystic vision of the New Jerusalem, showcasing his unique color-coded musical language.

Interesting Facts

• Dual Format Advantage: This set includes both Blu-ray and DVD formats, offering the flexibility of high-definition and standard-definition viewing options.
• Notable Collaboration: This recording represents a notable partnership between the London Symphony Orchestra and conductor Sir Simon Rattle, who has long championed Bruckner's music.
• Distinct Styles and Faith: Bruckner and Messiaen, both deeply devout Catholic composers, express their faith through vastly different styles; Bruckner with his majestic symphonic compositions and Messiaen through his unique rhythmic and harmonic language.
• Haas Edition: The Robert Haas edition of Bruckner’s Symphony No. 8 used here is noted for its intensity and has become a preferred version for many conductors due to its fuller orchestration.
• Recording and Production: This performance was filmed by Les Films Jack Fébus and L50 Live Ltd in co-production with Mezzo, ensuring high production quality for both audio and visual presentation.

Track Listing

1. Bruckner - Symphony No. 8 in C Minor (Haas Edition)

   • Movements:
     • Allegro moderato
     • Scherzo: Allegro moderato
     • Adagio: Feierlich langsam, doch nicht schleppend
     • Finale: Feierlich, nicht schnell

2. Messiaen - Couleurs de la Cité Céleste

   • Description: A mystical vision in color-coded musical episodes

Publishers

• LSO Live
• Les Films Jack Fébus
• L50 Live Ltd
• Mezzo

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