Opus Arte - Celibidache Symphonic Series: Mozart & Schubert (DVD)

UPC: 809478009788

Product Features

• Title: Celibidache Symphonic Series: Mozart Symphony No. 39 & Schubert Symphony No. 2
• Orchestra: Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI
• Conductor: Sergiu Celibidache
• Composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert, Luigi Cherubini (Bonus)
• Format: DVD Video, Black & White, LPCM Mono
• Audio: LPCM Mono, digitally re-mastered
• Picture: Black and White, digitally restored
• Bonus Track: Overture to Il portatore d'acqua by Luigi Cherubini
• Subtitles: English, French, German (booklet)
• Region Code: All regions
• Release Date: 2007
• Label: Opus Arte
• Recording: RAI, 1969 Turin, Italy

Overview

In this volume of the Celibidache Symphonic Series, the legendary conductor Sergiu Celibidache leads the Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI in two captivating performances: Mozart’s Symphony No. 39 in E flat major, K. 543 and Schubert’s Symphony No. 2 in B flat, D. 125. Recorded for television by RAI in 1969, this historical concert captures Celibidache’s mastery, conducting entirely from memory and bringing a unique depth to these classical works.

Mozart's Symphony No. 39, part of his final trilogy of symphonies, is hailed as one of the pinnacles of symphonic writing, while Schubert’s Second Symphony is an early work full of youthful energy and charm. The DVD also includes a rare bonus recording of Cherubini's Overture to Il portatore d'acqua. These performances, restored from black-and-white footage, highlight Celibidache’s meticulous artistry and attention to detail, making this DVD a must-have for collectors and classical music enthusiasts.

Interesting Facts

• Sergiu Celibidache (1912–1996): A Romanian conductor known for his spiritual and philosophical approach to music, Celibidache often shunned recordings, focusing on the live experience of music. This DVD is one of the few recordings of his work, offering a rare insight into his profound interpretations.
• Mozart’s Symphony No. 39: The first of Mozart’s final three symphonies, often described as a "miraculous feat" of inspiration. Celibidache's performance emphasizes the symphony's elegance and complexity.
• Schubert’s Symphony No. 2: A lively and youthful work, contrasting with the mature depth of Mozart's Symphony No. 39, yet filled with charm and melodic invention.
• RAI Restoration: The concert was originally filmed in black and white, and this release presents the footage in digitally restored format with enhanced sound quality.

Track Listing

1. Mozart: Symphony No. 39 in E flat major, K. 543
2. Schubert: Symphony No. 2 in B flat major, D. 125
3. Cherubini: Il portatore d'acqua - Overture (Bonus)

Publishers

• Opus Arte
• RAI Trade

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