Bernstein Century - Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14, Berlioz Takes a Trip - Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic

Bernstein Century - Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14, Berlioz Takes a Trip

Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic

  • Genre: Classical
  • Release Date: 1999-05-10
  • Explicitness: notExplicit
  • Country: USA
  • Track Count: 6

  • ℗ Originally released 1964, 1968 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT

Tracks

Title Artist Time
1
Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14: Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic 13:18
2
Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14: Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic 6:14
3
Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14: Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic 17:13
4
Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14: Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic 4:49
5
Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14: Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic 9:47
6
Berlioz Takes a Trip - Leonard Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic 15:40

Reviews

  • A Sub-Par Letdown

    2
    By Chenoweth Rex
    I was expecting great things in this recording: Leonard Bernstein is one of the most revered conducters of the twentieth century and certainly knew more about interpretation and thematic development than many of us could ever forget in the first place and the New York Phil is arguably one of the premier recording orchestras in the world. That being said, *most* of this recording is brilliant. Orchestral balance is wonderful, and Bernstein's interpretation of dynamic and tempo markings really bring the piece to life. But be warned: the famed "Dies Irae" in the fifth movement is ATROCIOUSLY out of tune. The low brass and low strings/bassoon are out of tune during the entire movement, and the high trumpets push pitch through the roof. This recording does not do justice to the piece, the composer, the orchestra, or the director. If intonation is not a problem, the quality and interpretation of this performance is fantastic; however, there is no excuse for this kind of intonation to be recorded on a studio album.

  • Superb!

    5
    By Classics Student
    I have been searching for the right quality, sound, passion, and interpretation for so long. I was debating between a classic conductor in Karajan, but I found it was too stiff and the motif seemed rushed. Bernstein captures the unique sense of the fanastic for which Berlioz sought; now add to that a high quality recording and you have a brilliant interpretation. I am quite pleased with this purchase. Bernstein's commentary is fun, but unnecessary. I would have wished there were other small Berlioz morsals added to this record, but a pure dedicated Symphonie Fantasique is appreciated too.

  • INDESCRIBABLE

    5
    By ---:--::-:::superman:::-::--:---
    The Best recording of the Masterpiece that bridges old and new music.

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