Europa-Konzert 2007 from Berlin – Berliner Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle | DVD

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Product Features

• Conductor: Sir Simon Rattle
• Orchestra: Berliner Philharmoniker
• Performers:
  • Violin: Lisa Batiashvili
  • Cello: Truls Mørk
• Works:Venue: Kabelwerk Oberspree, Berlin (Power and Cable Factory)
  • Richard Wagner: Prelude to Parsifal
  • Johannes Brahms:
    • Concerto for Violin and Cello in A minor, Op. 102 (Double Concerto)
    • Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98
• Occasion: Europa-Konzert celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Berliner Philharmoniker
• Recording Date: May 1, 2007
• Video Director: Michael Beyer
• Produced by: Paul Smaczny
• DVD Format: NTSC, Region Code 0 (Worldwide)
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1
• Total Running Time: 102 minutes

Overview

Celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Berliner Philharmoniker with this thrilling Europa-Konzert conducted by Sir Simon Rattle, recorded live at the historic Kabelwerk Oberspree in Berlin, a 19th-century industrial setting that adds a unique backdrop to this exceptional concert. The event opens with Wagner’s Prelude to Parsifal, setting the tone with its spiritual and lush soundscapes.

The concert continues with Brahms’ Double Concerto in A minor, featuring a mesmerizing performance by Lisa Batiashvili on violin and Truls Mørk on cello. Both soloists deliver a harmonious dialogue, balancing delicate phrasing and virtuosic power in this final orchestral work by Brahms.

The grand finale comes with Brahms’ Symphony No. 4 in E minor, a masterpiece of orchestral music that Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker bring to life with energy, precision, and emotional depth. The performance showcases the orchestra’s rich tone and outstanding musicianship, underlined by the industrial, yet majestic venue.

Interesting Facts

• The Europa-Konzert is an annual concert held by the Berliner Philharmoniker on May 1st to celebrate its founding in 1882. Each year, the event takes place in a culturally significant location in Europe.
• The Kabelwerk Oberspree is an industrial site with a rich history, providing a striking contrast to the classical music performed, enhancing the unique ambiance of this concert.
• Sir Simon Rattle was principal conductor of the Berliner Philharmoniker from 2002 to 2018, during which he was celebrated for bringing both clarity and passion to performances of the Romantic repertoire, particularly Brahms.
• Lisa Batiashvili and Truls Mørk's performance of Brahms' Double Concerto has been praised for its deep emotional connection and technical brilliance, making them a formidable duo on stage.
• The Symphony No. 4 is Brahms’ final symphony, known for its complex structure and emotional intensity, combining Classical form with Romantic expression.

Track Listing

1. Richard Wagner: Prelude to Parsifal
2. Johannes Brahms: Concerto for Violin and Cello in A minor, Op. 102 (Double Concerto)
3. Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98
   • Violin: Lisa Batiashvili
   • Cello: Truls Mørk

Publishers

• Label: Berliner Philharmoniker
• Release Year: 2007 (Live Recording)

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