This captivating album, "King Frederik IX Conducts the Danish National Radio Symphony," showcases the remarkable collaboration between King Frederik IX of Denmark and the Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra. Released in 2000 under the Dacapo label, this collection spans a rich two hours and twenty-six minutes, offering a diverse array of orchestral masterpieces.
The album features a blend of overtures, symphonies, and elegiac melodies, including compositions by Richard Wagner, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Edvard Grieg. Highlights include Wagner's dramatic "Tannhäuser Overture" and "Rienzi Overture," Beethoven's powerful "Symphony No. 7" and the iconic "Eroica Symphony No. 3," as well as Grieg's enchanting "Echoes of Ossian" and "Last Spring" from the "2 Elegiac Melodies."
King Frederik IX, known for his deep appreciation for music, conducted the Royal Danish Orchestra and the Danish National Symphony Orchestra from 1942 to 1969. This album captures the essence of his musical legacy, providing a unique glimpse into the symphonic repertoire he cherished. The performances are marked by their precision, depth, and the distinctive sound of the Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, making this a memorable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
2000 Dacapo2000 Dacapo
Tracks
Tannhäuser: Tannhauser: OvertureRichard Wagner, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Rienzi, WWV 49: Ouverture til RienziRichard Wagner, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: I. Poco sostenuto - VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: III. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: IV. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
2 Elegiac Melodies, Op. 34: Varen (Last Spring), Op. 34, No. 2Edvard Grieg, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Efterklange af Ossian (Echoes of Ossian), Op. 1Niels Wilhelm Gade, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Den kongelige gaest (the Royal Guest): PreludeHakon Borresen, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": II. Marcia funebre: Adagio assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": III. Scherzo. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": IV. Finale. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Frederik IX (King of Denmark)
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