Sergiu Celibidache Conducts Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique – Historic 1969 Recording DVD

UPC: 809478009771

Product Details

• Format: DVD
• Series: Celibidache Symphonic Series
• Title: Symphonie Fantastique H.48
• Composer: Hector Berlioz
• Conductor: Sergiu Celibidache
• Orchestra: Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI
• Recording: Live in Turin, 1969
• Video: Black and white, restored from RAI's historic master
• Audio: Digitally remastered 2-track mono
• Extras: Booklet featuring notes by Misha Donat in English, French, and German
• DVD Producer: James Whitbourn
• DVD Executive Producer: Hans Petri
• Original Recording: © 1969 RAI
• Licensed by: RAI Trade
• Publisher: Opus Arte (2007)
• Website: www.opusarte.com

Product Features

• Historic Performance: Experience the legendary 1969 live recording of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique.
• Maestro Celibidache: Conducted by Sergiu Celibidache, renowned for his intense and mesmerizing performances.
• Restored Footage: RAI's original black and white master faithfully restored for optimal viewing.
• Enhanced Audio: Digitally remastered sound in 2-track mono for a rich auditory experience.
• Informative Booklet: Includes insightful essays by Misha Donat on Celibidache's genius and the symphony's background.
• Rare Footage: Part of the Celibidache Symphonic Series featuring seldom-seen televised performances.
• Quality Production: High-quality DVD production by Opus Arte ensures a superior viewing experience.

Overview

Delve into a piece of musical history with this captivating DVD featuring Sergiu Celibidache conducting Hector Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique. Recorded live in 1969 with the Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI, this performance captures Celibidache at the height of his artistic powers. Known for his ability to mesmerize orchestras and audiences alike, Celibidache delivers a profoundly emotional interpretation of Berlioz's autobiographical masterpiece, which delves into themes of obsessive and unrequited love.

This release faithfully restores RAI's historic black and white footage, offering viewers a rare glimpse into one of the few performances ever recorded for television by Celibidache. The audio has been digitally remastered, ensuring that the conductor's nuanced interpretation is experienced in all its intended glory. Accompanied by a comprehensive booklet written by Misha Donat, this DVD not only presents a monumental performance but also provides valuable insights into the conductor's genius and the symphony's significance.

Interesting Facts

• Sergiu Celibidache's Legacy: Celibidache was famous for conducting from memory and his insistence on live performances over recordings, making this DVD a rare and valuable record of his work.
• Berlioz's Masterpiece: Symphonie Fantastique is considered one of the most important works of the Romantic era, notable for its innovative orchestration and programmatic content.
• Autobiographical Elements: The symphony is inspired by Berlioz's own experiences of unrequited love and incorporates a recurring theme representing his beloved, known as the idée fixe.
• Historical Recording: This 1969 Turin concert is one of the few televised performances of Celibidache, offering unique insight into his conducting style and interpretation.
• Educational Booklet: Musicologist Misha Donat provides context and analysis, enriching the listener's appreciation of both the conductor and the composition.

Publishers

• DVD Producer: James Whitbourn
• DVD Executive Producer: Hans Petri
• Original Recording: © 1969 RAI
• Licensed by: RAI Trade
• Publisher: Opus Arte (2007)
• Website: www.opusarte.com

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