Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Johannes Brahms with "Brahms: The 4 Symphonies," a captivating collection of his four monumental symphonies. Released in 2016 by Orfeo, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 54 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Brahms' orchestral masterpieces.
The album features the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, renowned for their mastery of traditional orchestral repertoire from the Classical to the Romantic periods and beyond. Each symphony is a testament to Brahms' unique compositional genius, showcasing his distinctive touch and expressive depth.
From the powerful and dramatic Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68, to the lyrical and pastoral Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90, Brahms' symphonies are a rich tapestry of musical emotions and innovations. The album includes all four symphonies, each divided into four movements, providing a complete and immersive experience of Brahms' symphonic works.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Brahms' music, this album is a treasure trove of orchestral beauty and emotional resonance. The precise and passionate performances by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra bring Brahms' compositions to life, making this album a definitive addition to any classical music collection.
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Tracks
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: I. Un poco sostenuto - AllegroJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: II. Andante sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: III. Un poco allegretto e graziosoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68: IV. Adagio - Più andante - Allegro non troppo ma con brioJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: II. Adagio non troppo - L'istesso tempo, ma graziosoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: III. Allegretto grazioson- Presto ma non assaiJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73: IV. Allegro con spiritoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: I. Allegro con brio - Un poco sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: II. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: III. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90: IV. Allegro - Un poco sostenutoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: II. Andante moderatoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: III. Allegro giocoso - Poco meno prestoJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: IV. Allegro energico e passionato - Più allegroJohannes Brahms, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík