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February 5, 2015
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This is a very well put together Mahler 6. Rhythmically taught, strong when it needs to be, and very subtle at other times. I've always felt that most recordings of this work are very nostalgic, our hero seems to be looking back on battle past. This recording is very in the moment, and forward ... more |
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November 5, 2014
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Inbal gives a very musical reading of the 7th. Similar to Zinman, but much darker and more rustic in sound and, very mature. The tempos are fairly unified through out the movements, but it doesn't feel that way. He actually speeds up the central section of the 1st movement, while keeping the march ... more |
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September 15, 2012
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Having just recently gotten my hands on this disc, I thought I would put down some thoughts about it.
This is a good performance of one of Mahler's most difficult works. His first movement is a bit on the quick side, coming in at 32:10. The pace works for certain sections, especially the lighter ... more |
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August 8, 2012
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I guess I will start at the beginning. The opening of the 1st movement, that A chord, the descending 4ths, is absolutely sublime. It was almost like hearing it for the first time. No tension, just pure sound. I must point out the trumpet fanfares and how much I enjoyed that they were in the distance ... more |
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March 22, 2013
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| Also realize that almost all of these orchestra members teach at Conservatory and play for pretty good money on the side. I know the teachers at Julliard and the SF Conservatory do pretty well.
I think conductors/music directors are over paid for the amount of time they spend with their orchestras. Most of them have two or three 'full time' ... more |
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December 6, 2012
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| A Grammy nomination also goes out the Minneapolis Symphony and Osmo Vanska for their recording of Sibelius 2 and 5!
Congratulations! ... more |
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December 6, 2012
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| Ivan Fischer and the Budapest Festival Orchestra have been nominated for a Grammy for their recording of Mahler 1!
Congratulations! ... more |
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September 15, 2012
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| I'll have to check that one out. Thanks for the heads up. ... more |
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September 15, 2012
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| No one has mentioned the Jarvi's recording with the Scottish National Orchestra. I'd throw that out there. It's my top choice from the recordings I myself have. The brass playing has to be heard to be believed! ... more |
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