Description
FESTSPIELDOKUMENTE: Salzburg Festival 1959 – A Live Masterclass in Classical Music (Audio CD)
Product Information
- Catalog Number: CB 751 COM CP / 01-068446-10
- UPC: 5099706844624
- Product Type: Live Recording (CD/Digital)
- Genre: Classical – Orchestral Works
- Language: Instrumental (Titles in English and German)
- Format: CD (Physical & Digital)
- Label: Sony Classical
- Performers:
- Conductor: George Szell
- Orchestra: Orchestre National de la R.T.F.
- Soloist: Erica Morini (Violin) on Mozart's Violin Concerto, K. 219
- Works Included:
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Symphony No. 35 "Haffner" in D major, K. 385
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major, K. 219
- Joseph Haydn – Symphony No. 92 "Oxford" in G major
- Recording Details: Total Playing Time: 76 minutes 46 seconds
- Recorded live at the Mozarteum, Großer Saal, Salzburg, Austria
- Date: August 3, 1959 (Salzburger Festspiele)
- Live Recording by the Austrian Radio
- Digitally Remastered by Othmar Eichinger & Gottfried Kraus
- Produced by the Salzburger Festspiele; Artistic Supervision: Gottfried Kraus; Recording Supervision: Otto Serti; Engineer: Josef Sladko
- Manufacturing & Distribution:
- Manufactured in Austria, Printed in Holland
- Distributed by Sony Music Entertainment
Overview
"FESTSPIELDOKUMENTE: Salzburg Festival 1959" is a historic live recording that captures a landmark performance from the renowned Salzburg Festival. Under the baton of the legendary George Szell, the Orchestre National de la R.T.F. delivers mesmerizing interpretations of Mozart’s "Haffner" Symphony (No. 35 in D major, K. 385) and his Violin Concerto (No. 5 in A major, K. 219), featuring the exquisite Erica Morini. The program is rounded off by Joseph Haydn’s celebrated "Oxford" Symphony (No. 92 in G major). This collection not only offers a superb musical experience but also serves as an essential document of mid-20th century classical artistry.
German Translation – Übersicht
"FESTSPIELDOKUMENTE: Salzburger Festspiele 1959" ist eine historische Live-Aufnahme, die eine wegweisende Aufführung der renommierten Salzburger Festspiele einfängt. Unter der Leitung des legendären George Szell präsentiert das Orchestre National de la R.T.F. fesselnde Interpretationen von Mozarts „Haffner“ Symphonie (Nr. 35 in D-Dur, K. 385) und seinem Violinkonzert (Nr. 5 in A-Dur, K. 219) mit der exquisiten Erica Morini. Abgerundet wird das Programm durch Joseph Haydns gefeierte „Oxford“ Symphonie (Nr. 92 in G-Dur). Diese Sammlung bietet nicht nur ein herausragendes Musikerlebnis, sondern dient auch als wichtiges Dokument der klassischen Kunst des 20. Jahrhunderts.
Product Features
- Historic Live Performance: Captured during the prestigious Salzburg Festival in 1959, offering a rare glimpse into a golden era of classical music.
- Legendary Leadership: Conducted by George Szell, whose precision and musical insight are renowned worldwide.
- Masterful Interpretations: Features iconic works by Mozart and Haydn, performed with exceptional artistry by the Orchestre National de la R.T.F. and soloist Erica Morini.
- Digital Remastering: Meticulously remastered to preserve the authentic live atmosphere while enhancing clarity and depth.
- Essential Documentation: A vital record of a live performance that continues to influence classical music aficionados and historians alike.
Track Listing
- Mozart – Symphony No. 35 "Haffner" in D major, K. 385 (example segment)
- Mozart – Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major, K. 219 – Featuring Erica Morini on Violin (example segment)
- Haydn – Symphony No. 92 "Oxford" in G major (example segment)
(Note: Track durations are approximations; the complete live set totals 76'46.)
Interesting Facts
English
- Historic Venue & Date: Recorded live at the Mozarteum's Großer Saal during the Salzburg Festival on August 3, 1959.
- Artistic Excellence: The performance is a testament to the exceptional leadership of George Szell and the outstanding capabilities of the Orchestre National de la R.T.F.
- Digital Preservation: This release has been digitally remastered by industry experts to ensure that the nuances of this historic performance are preserved for future generations.
- Cultural Legacy: The recording remains a pivotal document in the annals of classical music, celebrated for its interpretative depth and historical significance.
German Translation – Interessante Fakten
- Historischer Aufnahmeort & Datum: Aufgenommen im Großen Saal des Mozarteums während der Salzburger Festspiele am 3. August 1959.
- Künstlerische Exzellenz: Die Aufführung zeugt von der herausragenden Leitung durch George Szell und den beeindruckenden Fähigkeiten des Orchestre National de la R.T.F.
- Digitale Bewahrung: Diese Veröffentlichung wurde von Branchenexperten digital remastert, um die feinen Nuancen dieser historischen Aufführung für kommende Generationen zu bewahren.
- Kulturelles Erbe: Die Aufnahme gilt als ein zentrales Dokument in der Geschichte der klassischen Musik und wird für ihre interpretative Tiefe und historische Bedeutung gefeiert.
Publishers
Published by Sony Classical, 1995. Manufactured in Austria and printed in Holland. Distributed by Sony Music Entertainment.
For public performance licenses in the UK, please apply to PPL at 14/22 Ganton Street, London W1.
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English
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German (Hashtags)
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