Description
Mozart: Symphony Nos. 40 in G Minor, K. 550, Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 ''Jupiter'' - Sir Charles Mackerras, Prague Chamber Orchestra / Telarc Audio CD 1986 / CD-80139
UPC 089408013928
Product Details:
- Label: Telarc – CD-80139
- Format: CD
- Country: US
- Released: 1986
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Classical
Overview
This outstanding recording of Mozart’s Symphonies Nos. 40 and 41 is conducted by Sir Charles Mackerras, leading the Prague Chamber Orchestra in an interpretation of these two iconic works. Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550, is known for its emotional intensity and urgency, while Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551, “Jupiter,” embodies a more grandiose and jubilant character, with intricate counterpoint and uplifting themes. The clarity and precision of the Prague Chamber Orchestra, paired with Mackerras’ dynamic conducting, make this album a remarkable rendition of two of Mozart’s most beloved symphonies. This recording remains a quintessential example of late 18th-century classical music.
Track Listing:
Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550
- I. Molto Allegro – 7:02
- II. Andante – 13:00
- III. Menuetto: Trio – 3:58
- IV. [Finale] Allegro Assai – 9:07
Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter"
- I. Allegro Vivace – 10:56
- II. Andante Cantabile – 10:58
- III. Menuetto: Trio – 4:38
- IV. [Finale] Molto Allegro – 10:58
Key Credits:
- Conductor: Sir Charles Mackerras
- Orchestra: Prague Chamber Orchestra
- Composed By: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
- Art Direction: Ray Kirschensteiner
- Edited By: E. Amelia Rogers, Elaine Martone
- Engineer: Jack Renner
- Executive Producer: Robert Woods
- Producer: James Mallinson
- Assistant Technician: Michael Hatch
- Cover Graphics: Nottingham-Spirk Design Associates, Inc.
