Immerse yourself in the world of Johannes Brahms with the comprehensive collection "Abbado A-Z: Brahms," released on February 17, 2023, by Deutsche Grammophon. This extensive compilation spans an impressive 7 hours and 53 minutes, featuring a vast array of Brahms' most celebrated works performed by the renowned Berliner Philharmoniker and Wiener Philharmoniker, conducted by the legendary Claudio Abbado.
The album is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts, showcasing Brahms' symphonies, overtures, and variations, including the complete symphonies (Nos. 1-4), the tragic Overture, the Academic Festival Overture, and the St. Anthony Variations. Each piece is a testament to Brahms' mastery of orchestration and his profound emotional depth.
Among the highlights are the symphonies, which display Brahms' evolution as a composer, from the stormy intensity of the First Symphony in C Minor to the serene beauty of the Fourth Symphony in E Minor. The album also includes choral works like "Gesang der Parzen" and "Nänie," demonstrating Brahms' skill in blending vocal and instrumental elements.
The performances are nothing short of spectacular, with Abbado's nuanced interpretations bringing out the richness and complexity of Brahms' compositions. Whether you're a longtime fan of Brahms or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience. Dive into the intricate layers of Brahms' music and discover the timeless brilliance of one of classical music's greatest composers.
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: I. Un poco sostenuto - AllegroJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: II. Andante sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: III. Un poco allegretto e graziosoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: IV. Adagio - Più andante - Allegro non troppo, ma con brio - Più allegroJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Gesang der Parzen, Op. 89Johannes Brahms, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Alto Rhapsody, Op. 53Johannes Brahms, Marjana Lipovsek, Ernst Senff Chor, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: I. Allegro non troppo - 1988 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: II. Adagio non troppo - 1988 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: III. Allegretto grazioso (quasi andantino) - 1988 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: IV. Allegro con spirito - 1988 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Tragic Overture, Op. 81Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Schicksalslied, Op. 54Johannes Brahms, Ernst Senff Chor, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: I. Allegro con brioJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: IV. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations"Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Nänie, Op. 82Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Rundfunkchor Berlin
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: II. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: III. Allegro giocosoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: IV. Allegro energico e passionatoJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: I. Un poco sostenuto - Allegro - Meno allegroJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: II. Andante sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: III. Un poco allegretto e graziosoJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: IV. Adagio - Più andante - Allegro non troppo, ma con brio - Più allegroJohannes Brahms, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: I. Allegro non troppo - 1970 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: II. Adagio non troppo - 1970 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: III. Allegretto grazioso (quasi andantino) - 1970 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: IV. Allegro con spirito - 1970 RecordingJohannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Academic Festival Overture, Op. 80Johannes Brahms, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: I. Allegro con brioJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: IV. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Theme. Chorale St AntoniJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 1. Poco più animatoJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 2. Più vivaceJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 3. Con motoJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 4. Andante con motoJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 5. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 6. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 7. GraziosoJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Var. 8. Presto non troppoJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a "Haydn Variations": Finale. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Staatskapelle Dresden, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: II. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: III. Allegro giocosoJohannes Brahms, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: IV. Allegro energico e passionatoJohannes Brahms, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Tragic Overture, Op. 81Johannes Brahms, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
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