Description
Haydn Symphonies Nos. 1, 96 & 101 - Sir Roger Norrington (DVD)
UPC: 4010276022657
Product Features
- Title: Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 1, 96, and 101
- Conductor: Sir Roger Norrington
- Orchestra: Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR
- Composers:Bonus Documentary: Sir Roger Norrington - A Conductor Between Stuttgart and Berkshire
- Symphony No. 1 in D major
- Symphony No. 96 in D major, "The Miracle"
- Symphony No. 101 in D major, "The Clock"
- Running Time: Approx. 90 minutes
- Picture Format: NTSC, Color, 16:9
- Audio Formats:Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
- Dolby Digital 5.1
- Stereo
- Disc Format: DVD-9 (Dual Layer)
- Subtitles: German, English, Japanese
- Production: A production of SWR in cooperation with ARTE, recorded by SWR Media Services GmbH
- Design: www.doppelpunkt.com
- Release Year: 2009
Overview
This DVD features Sir Roger Norrington conducting the Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR in performances of three of Joseph Haydn’s most celebrated symphonies. The program includes Symphony No. 1 in D major, Haydn’s first symphonic work, alongside two of his later masterpieces: Symphony No. 96 ("The Miracle") and Symphony No. 101 ("The Clock"). Norrington, known for his historically informed interpretations, brings his signature energy and precision to these works, leading one of Germany’s finest orchestras.
In addition to the performances, the DVD includes a documentary titled Sir Roger Norrington - A Conductor Between Stuttgart and Berkshire, offering an insightful look into Norrington’s career and his unique approach to conducting. The documentary explores his life, influences, and his work with the Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart.
Interesting Facts
- Sir Roger Norrington is renowned for his historically informed performances, especially of classical and early Romantic repertoire. His approach to Haydn’s symphonies emphasizes clarity, balance, and period-appropriate tempi.
- Symphony No. 96, known as "The Miracle," is part of Haydn’s "London" symphonies, which were composed during his visits to England in the 1790s.
- Symphony No. 101, "The Clock," earned its nickname due to the ticking rhythm in the second movement, and it remains one of Haydn’s most popular symphonies.
- The Radio-Sinfonieorchester Stuttgart des SWR, now part of the SWR Symphonieorchester, has been a leading force in the German classical music scene, with a particular focus on modern and historical performance practices.
Track Listing
- Symphony No. 1 in D major
- Symphony No. 96 in D major, "The Miracle"
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Symphony No. 101 in D major, "The Clock"
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Bonus Feature: Sir Roger Norrington - A Conductor Between Stuttgart and Berkshire (Documentary)
Publishers
- Hänssler Classic
- SWR Media Services GmbH
- Co-produced by: SWR in cooperation with ARTE
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