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The Salzburg Concerts – A Triumphant Celebration with the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra (DVD Video)

Product Information

Key Details

UPC: 814337010669
Product Type: DVD Video
Title: The Salzburg Concerts
Conductor: Daniel Barenboim
Orchestra: West-Eastern Divan Orchestra
Program Highlights: Recording Venue: Salzburg Festival 2007
- Ludwig van Beethoven – Overture "Leonore III" op. 72
- Arnold Schoenberg – Variations for Orchestra op. 31
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 6 in B minor op. 74 "Pathétique"
- Bonus Feature: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Sinfonia concertante in E♭ major, K. 297b
Picture Format: NTSC, 16:9
Sound Formats: PCM Stereo and DTS 5.1
Total Running Time: 125 minutes
Region Code: Worldwide

Overview

Experience a landmark moment in orchestral performance with The Salzburg Concerts DVD, featuring the visionary conductor Daniel Barenboim and the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra. Founded in 1999 by Barenboim and Edward Said, this ensemble unites young musicians from Israel, Palestine, and various Arab countries to create a truly international and inspirational musical collaboration. Recorded live at the 2007 Salzburg Festival, this production brings together masterpieces from Beethoven, Schoenberg, and Tchaikovsky, with an exclusive bonus performance by Mozart.

Critics have hailed this concert as "first-class" and a triumph for the Divan, with Munich’s Abendzelting noting that the orchestra has firmly established itself among the top-tier ensembles of the classical world.

Product Features

Format & Presentation

High Definition Recording:
Filmed in high definition and mastered from an HD source, this DVD delivers a cinematic viewing experience.
Aspect Ratio & Audio:
Presented in NTSC 16:9 format with immersive sound in both PCM Stereo and DTS 5.1.
Packaging:
The elegant UNITEL CLASSICA design highlights the international collaboration and artistic excellence of the performance.

Performance Highlights

Beethoven – Overture "Leonore III":
A stirring opening that sets the tone for an evening of profound musical expression.
Schoenberg – Variations for Orchestra:
An intricate, multilayered work that showcases the ensemble's technical prowess and interpretive depth.
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 6 "Pathétique":
A powerful, emotionally charged symphony that reveals rarely heard instrumental nuances under Barenboim’s inspired leadership.
Bonus Feature – Mozart:
Enjoy a captivating performance of Mozart’s Sinfonia concertante, offering a glimpse into the timeless elegance of his music.

Creative and Production Team

Video Direction:
Directed by Agnes Méth, capturing the dynamic energy and nuanced artistry of this landmark concert.
Production Collaboration:
A production of Fundación Barenboim-Said in cooperation with UNITEL CLASSICA, supported by the Junta de Andalusia and C Major Entertainment GmbH, Berlin.

Interesting Facts

A Visionary Ensemble:
The West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, founded by Daniel Barenboim and Edward Said, has been uniting young musicians from diverse cultures since 1999. This DVD captures their exceptional artistry at a major international festival.
Critical Acclaim:
Praised by Frankfurter Rundschau as "first-class" and lauded by Kronenzeitung, the concert at the Festspielhaus was a resounding success, establishing the Divan as an orchestra on par with the world’s greatest.
Dynamic Repertoire:
The program spans the emotional spectrum—from the heroic and profound strains of Beethoven and Tchaikovsky to the innovative textures of Schoenberg—demonstrating the orchestra's versatility and expressive power.

Publishers

This DVD is a production of Fundación Barenboim-Said in cooperation with UNITEL CLASSICA, with support from the Junta de Andalusia and C Major Entertainment GmbH, Berlin. The material on this disc is licensed for non-commercial private use only.

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