Mahler Symphony No. 8 – A Grand Celebration of Humanity | DVD Video

Product Information

• UPC: 4260234831351
• Product Type: DVD, Video
• Title: Mahler Symphony No. 8 in E-flat Major
• Performers:Event: Lucerne Festival
  • Lucerne Festival Orchestra conducted by Riccardo Chailly
  • Soloists include Ricarda Merbeth, Juliane Banse, Anna Lucia Richter, Sara Mingardo, Mihoko Fujimura, Andreas Schager, Peter Mattei, and Samuel Youn
  • Choruses: Chor des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Latvian Radio Choir, Orfeón Donostiarra, Tölzer Knabenchor
• Recording Venue: Concert Hall of KKL Luzern, 12–13 August 2016
• Director: Ute Feudel
• Producer: Paul Smaczny
• Running Time: 92 minutes and 56 seconds
• Picture Format: 16:9 NTSC
• Audio Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Region Code: Worldwide

Overview

Mahler's Symphony No. 8 in E-flat Major transcends the boundaries of the symphonic form in a majestic, all-encompassing gesture. This celebrated work, known as the "Symphony of a Thousand," is brought to life by the Lucerne Festival Orchestra under the passionate baton of Riccardo Chailly. Chailly, a staunch advocate of Mahler's music, selected this monumental work for his inaugural concert as the new music director of the orchestra—an emotional tribute to his esteemed predecessor, Claudio Abbado. Recorded live during a historic performance at the Concert Hall of KKL Luzern on 12–13 August 2016, this DVD captures an unforgettable moment that marks a new era in Lucerne's musical legacy.

Product Features

• Media: DVD
• Video: 16:9 NTSC, High Definition (Mastered from an HD Source)
• Audio: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Subtitles: Available in German, English, French, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese
• Live Performance: Captured at the Concert Hall of KKL Luzern during the Lucerne Festival
• Special Tribute: Dedicated as a tribute to Claudio Abbado, marking the completion of his unfinished Mahler cycle with the Lucerne Festival Orchestra

Interesting Facts

• A Monumental Work: Mahler's 8th Symphony, often called the "Symphony of a Thousand," is renowned for its massive scale and its profound celebration of humanity through music.
• Historic Tribute: Conductor Riccardo Chailly’s inaugural performance of this symphony served as both a personal and artistic homage to Claudio Abbado, whose legacy continues to inspire.
• Innovative Programming: This performance marked a pivotal moment at the Lucerne Festival, representing the successful completion of Abbado’s unfinished Mahler cycle and heralding a new musical era in Lucerne.
• International Collaboration: The production is a co-production of Accentus Music, Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen (SRF), Arte Concert, and the Lucerne Festival, showcasing an outstanding international collaboration.

Publishers

Produced by Accentus Music in co-production with Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen (SRF), Arte Concert, and the Lucerne Festival. Riccardo Chailly appears courtesy of DECCA Classics. All rights reserved.
WARNING: The material on this disc is licensed for non-commercial private use only. Any unauthorized public performance, broadcast, or reproduction is strictly prohibited.

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