Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra - Richard Strauss: Ein Heldenleben (Live)

UPC 5425008379784

Overview

This powerful live recording of Richard Strauss’s Ein Heldenleben marks Mariss Jansons' debut as the chief conductor of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, captured on September 4, 2004, at Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw. Featuring violin soloist Alexander Kerr, this performance celebrates the grand beginning of Jansons’ tenure with one of the world’s finest orchestras. The DVD also includes The Sixth Maestro, a 50-minute documentary that provides an intimate look at Jansons’ journey and his first days with the orchestra, making it a must-have for classical music enthusiasts.

Product Features

• Format: DVD, 16:9 Widescreen
• Audio: DTS Surround 5.0, Dolby Digital
• Total Runtime: Approx. 94 minutes (Performance: 45:12, Documentary: 49:17)
• Region Code: NTSC
• Subtitles: English, German, French, Dutch (ON/OFF)
• Color Mode: Color

Interesting Facts

• Historic Appointment: Mariss Jansons is only the sixth chief conductor in the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra’s history, a testament to the orchestra’s careful selection of leading maestros over the past century.
• Acclaimed Violin Soloist: Alexander Kerr, known for his rich tone and expressive playing, brings depth to Ein Heldenleben’s solo violin passages, highlighting Strauss’s intricate score.
• The Sixth Maestro Documentary: This documentary offers an exclusive look at Jansons’ background, featuring insights from colleagues and highlighting his global influence as a conductor. Created by IdtV-DITS in co-production with AVRO Television, it also showcases his acclaimed work with orchestras like the St. Petersburg Philharmonic and the Wiener Philharmoniker.
• Richly Supported Production: The documentary was made possible with funding from the Dutch Cultural Broadcasting Fund, adding a layer of national pride to this landmark musical event.

Track Listing

Richard Strauss - Ein Heldenleben

• Performed by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
• Conductor: Mariss Jansons
• Violin Solo: Alexander Kerr
• Running Time: 45:12

Bonus Feature: The Sixth Maestro (Documentary)

• Duration: 49:17
• Focus: Mariss Jansons' appointment as chief conductor, his career highlights, and an introduction to his vision for the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra.

Publisher

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Licensed by Klassiek

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