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: Symphonies 1-2-3 ()
: Symphony No. 1 In F Minor Op. 10 ()
1-05: Symphony No. 2 In B Major Op. 14, For Chorus & Orchestra, "To October" (18:47)
1-06: Symphony No. 3 In E Flat Major Op. 20, For Chorus & Orchestra, "First Of May" (26:43)
: Symphony No. 4 ()
: Symphony No. 4 In C Minor Op. 43 ()
: Symphonies 5 & 6 ()
: Symphony No. 5 In D Minor Op. 47 ()
: Symphony No. 6 In B Minor Op. 54 ()
: Symphony No. 7 "Leningrad" ()
: Symphony No. 7 In C Major Op. 60 "Leningrad" ()
: Symphony No. 8 ()
: Symphony No. 8 In C Minor Op. 65 ()
: Symphonies 9 & 10 ()
: Symphony No. 9 In E Flat Major Op. 70 ()
: Symphony No. 10 In E Minor Op. 93 ()
: Symphony No. 11 "The Year 1905" ()
: Symphony No. 11 In G Minor Op. 103 "The Year 1905" ()
: Symphony No. 12 "The Year 1917" ()
: Symphony No. 12 In D Minor Op. 112 "The Year 1917" "To The Memory Of Lenin" ()
: Symphony No. 13 "Babi Yar" ()
: Symphony No. 13 In B Flat Minor For Bass, Chorus & Orchestra Op. 113, "Babi Yar" ()
: Symphony No. 14 ()
: Symphony No. 14 For Soprano, Bass, Strings & Percussion, Op. 135 ()
: Symphony No. 15 ()
: Symphony No. 15 In A Major Op. 141 () |
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| | Description: | Shostakovich: The Complete Symphonies by San Francisco Symphony, released 24 January 2002.
This version of Shostakovich: The Complete Symphonies comes as a 11xCD. - W/WDR SYNFONIEORCHESTER W/RUDOLF BARSHAI"Wallet-Edition"; each CD comes in a papersleeve jacket.
Recording dates:
CD1:
Symphony No. 1: 30.09.1994 - 03.10.1994
Symphony No. 2: 23.01.1995
Symphony No. 3: 30.09.1994 - 03.10.1994
CD2:
16.04.1996 - 24.04.1996, 24.10.1996
CD3:
Symphony No. 5: 03.07.1995 - 08.07.1995, 26.04.1996
Symphony No. 6: 17.10.1995 - 20.10.1995
CD4:
09.1992
CD5:
14.03.1994, 16.10.1995
CD6:
Symphony No. 9: 12.07.1995 - 14.07.1995, 14.09.1995, 26.04.1996
Symphony No. 10: 15.10.1996 - 24.10.1996
CD7:
03.05.1999 - 07.05.1999
CD8:
11.09.1995 - 15.10.1995
CD9:
11.09.2000 - 14.09.2000
CD10:
1999 - 2000
CD11:
15.06.1998 - 20.06.1998This CD edition of "Sämtliche Sinfonien (GA)" presents a complete cycle of symphonies interpreted by Rudolf Barshai and the WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, offering a compelling blend of orchestral clarity, structural transparency, and emotional depth. Barshai, himself a distinguished conductor and arranger with a strong background in both chamber and orchestral music, leads the Cologne orchestra through readings that balance precision with expressive warmth. The performances are characterized by finely shaped phrasing, clear articulation in all sections, and a carefully gauged sense of tempo that allows the architecture of each symphonic movement to emerge naturally. Listeners will appreciate the homogeneous sound of the WDR ensemble and the well-judged balance between strings, woodwinds, and brass, which gives every detail of the score audible presence without sacrificing symphonic grandeur. The sound quality is focused and direct, supporting both intensive repeated listening and a first-time encounter with the works in question.
Rudolf Barshai built his international reputation as a conductor of great stylistic awareness, known for his work with leading orchestras and especially for his influential arrangements and performances of 20th-century repertoire. His approach is marked by precision, textual fidelity, and an ear for inner voices, qualities that have earned many of his recordings enduring status among collectors and critics. The WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, the symphony orchestra of the Westdeutscher Rundfunk, has long been a central force in Germany's orchestral landscape. It is known for its versatility, ranging from core classical and romantic repertoire to contemporary works, and for its close collaboration with important conductors and soloists from around the world. In this symphonic set, the orchestra showcases its refined ensemble culture, its polished string sound, and its distinctive woodwind and brass timbres.
The set is released by Brilliant Classics, a label recognized for its extensive catalogue of classical music at attractive prices, often gathering complete cycles, composer editions, and thoughtfully curated anthologies. Brilliant Classics has made a name for itself by combining serious repertoire choices with accessible presentations, providing both newcomers and seasoned collectors with comprehensive recordings that would otherwise be difficult or expensive to obtain. The label frequently collaborates with respected orchestras, ensembles, and soloists, and many of its releases have become reference points for listeners seeking complete overviews of major composers or genres. With "Sämtliche Sinfonien (GA)", Brilliant Classics offers a substantial, coherent edition that suits both dedicated connoisseurs of symphonic music and those who want to deepen their understanding of the genre through a unified, artistically consistent interpretation. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
MMK6324 |
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