Zubin Mehta and the Los Angeles Philharmonic: Legendary Performances from 1977

UPC: 880242722485

Product Features

• Title: Zubin Mehta and the Los Angeles Philharmonic: Legendary Performances from 1977
• Conducted by: Zubin Mehta
• Orchestra: Los Angeles Philharmonic
• Featured Musician: David Breidenthal (bassoon)
• Director: Kirk Browning
• Running Time: 110 minutes
• Sound: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1
• Region Code: 0, Worldwide
• TV Format: NTSC
• Produced by: Unitel GmbH & Co. KG Munich, in co-production with International Television Trading Corporation
• Distributed by: Eurokits Munich International

Overview

At just twenty-six years old, Zubin Mehta made history as the youngest person to ever lead a major American orchestra. During his sixteen-year tenure as the music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, he elevated the orchestra to international acclaim. This collection of concerts from January 1977, recorded live at the Music Center, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, showcases some of their finest performances. The repertoire spans three centuries and includes works by Mozart, Bartók, and Dvořák, highlighting the ensemble's versatility and Mehta's visionary leadership.

Interesting Facts

• Zubin Mehta: Known for his dynamic conducting style, Mehta has led orchestras around the world and has been particularly celebrated for his interpretations of Mahler and Richard Strauss.
• Los Angeles Philharmonic: Under Mehta's direction, the orchestra gained a reputation for its technical precision and emotional depth.
• David Breidenthal: As the principal bassoonist, Breidenthal's performance of Mozart's Bassoon Concerto in B flat major is a standout in this collection.
• Historic Performances: These concerts not only display the technical prowess of the Los Angeles Philharmonic but also capture the vibrant cultural atmosphere of 1970s Los Angeles.
• Kirk Browning: A renowned director of televised classical music concerts, Browning’s direction adds a visual depth that complements the musical performances.

Track Listing

1. WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART

   • Bassoon Concerto in B flat major

2. BÉLA BARTÓK

   • Concerto for Orchestra

3. ANTONÍN DVOŘÁK

   • Concert Overture "Carnival"
   • Symphony No. 8 in G major
   • Slavonic Dance in G minor

Publishers

• A production of: Unitel GmbH & Co. KG Munich
• Co-production: International Television Trading Corporation 1977
• Distributed by: Eurokits Munich International

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