Description
Charles Munch: The Legacy of Air Classics with Boston Symphony Orchestra DVD
UPC: 5060244550520
Product Features
- Artist/Conductor: Charles Munch
- Orchestra: Boston Symphony Orchestra
- Composer(s): Robert Schumann, Franz Schubert
- Recording Venue: Sanders Theatre, Harvard University
- Recordings Date: April 18, 1967 (Schumann), February 27, 1962 (Schubert), April 7, 1959
- Media Type: DVD (Video)
- Publisher: ICA Classics
- Total Duration: Approx. 104 minutes
Overview
This DVD captures iconic performances by the Boston Symphony Orchestra under the direction of the celebrated French conductor Charles Munch. Featuring Schumann's Overture to Genoveva and Symphony No. 2, alongside Schubert's Symphony No. 5, the recordings present some of the finest moments of the 20th-century classical music scene. Known for his vivid interpretations, Munch's distinct touch comes alive in these historic performances, recorded at Harvard University's Sanders Theatre. These are first-time releases of these specific performances on DVD, adding to the allure for collectors and fans of classical music.
Interesting Facts
- Charles Munch was particularly associated with Schumann's Second Symphony, performing it numerous times with the Boston Symphony Orchestra throughout his career. However, this piece was never commercially recorded by him with any other orchestra, making this release a rare and treasured item.
- This is part of the ICA Classics Legacy Series, which highlights some of the most celebrated performances of past generations, digitally remastered to preserve and enhance the original audio and video quality.
- Munch took the Boston Symphony Orchestra on several international tours, but these recordings capture him in one of his finest moments at home in the U.S.
- WGBH, the PBS member station, collaborated in the production, ensuring top-quality sound and video from the original tapes.
Track Listing
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Schumann: Overture to Genoveva, Op. 81
- Recorded: April 18, 1967
- Length: 10:37 minutes
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Schubert: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, D. 485
- Recorded: February 27, 1962
- Length: 26:33 minutes
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Schumann: Symphony No. 2 in C major, Op. 61
- Recorded: April 7, 1959
- Length: 37:48 minutes
Total Duration: 104 minutes
Publishers
- ICA Classics
- In collaboration with WGBH
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