Mozart & Beethoven: Quintets for Piano and Wind Instruments

UPC: 80242723086

Product Features

• Artists: James Levine (Piano), Ensemble Wien-Berlin
• Ensemble Members: Hansjörg Schellenberger (Oboe), Karl Leister (Clarinet), Günter Högnar (Horn), Milan Turković (Bassoon)
• Composers: Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Recorded: Schloss Hellbrunn, Salzburg, 1986
• Director: Jean-Pierre Ponnelle
• Bonus Documentary: "We have a lot of fun" - The Ensemble Wien-Berlin, written and directed by Bill Fertik
• Sound: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Languages: English, Deutsch
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Running Time: 56 minutes (Performance), 47 minutes (Bonus)
• TV Format: NTSC 4:3
• FSK Rating: 0 (All ages)

Overview

Experience the mastery of James Levine and the Ensemble Wien-Berlin as they perform two of the greatest chamber works by Beethoven and Mozart. Recorded at the picturesque Schloss Hellbrunn in Salzburg, this DVD captures the quintets for piano and wind instruments, showcasing unparalleled musicianship. The bonus material includes an insightful documentary, "We have a lot of fun," providing a behind-the-scenes look at the ensemble.

Interesting Facts

• Elite Ensemble: The Ensemble Wien-Berlin is composed of wind soloists from the Berlin and Vienna Philharmonics, offering a rare collaboration of top-tier musicians.
• Historical Venue: The performance was recorded at the historic Schloss Hellbrunn, adding a unique ambiance to the already captivating music.
• Notable Pianist: James Levine, known primarily as a conductor, demonstrates his exceptional piano skills, further enhancing the performance's allure.
• Insightful Documentary: The bonus documentary provides an entertaining and informative portrait of the Ensemble Wien-Berlin, featuring excerpts from various compositions.

Performance:

1. Ludwig van Beethoven: Quintet for Piano and Wind Instruments in E-flat major, Op. 16
2. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Quintet for Piano and Wind Instruments in E-flat major, K. 452

Bonus Film:

1. "We have a lot of fun" - The Ensemble Wien-Berlin, with music excerpts from:
   • Ligeti: Six Bagatelles for Wind Quintet
   • Berio: Opus Number Zoo
   • Mozart: Adagio and Allegro, K. 594
   • Françaix: Wind Quintet No. 1

Publishers

• Production: EuroArts, Unitel GmbH & Co. KG, Munich
• Co-production: Bavaria Entertainment GmbH, Unitel International GmbH, ZDF, 3sat, Sony Classical GmbH

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#Mozart #Beethoven #JamesLevine #EnsembleWienBerlin #ClassicalMusic #ChamberMusic #WindQuintet #EuroArts #Unitel #ClassicalDVD #LivePerformance #MusicDocumentary