Schubert: Symphonies / Karajan (2 SACD)

Schubert cycle in new splendor - Karajan's legendary recordings on hybrid SACD The cycle of Franz Schubert's symphonies that Karajan recorded with the Berliner Philharmoniker (originally for EMI) at the end of the 1970s remains an indispensable cornerstone of the repertoire to this day. The recordings perfectly capture the characteristic "Berlin sound" of this era: a silky legato, incomparable orchestral suppleness and impressive power in the brass and percussion. Added to this is the spatial recording quality achieved in the spacious acoustics of the Berlin Philharmonie. In the last two symphonies, Karajan's conducting unfolds in full splendor. In the "Unfinished", the Austrian conductor succeeds masterfully in creating a mysterious and tragic atmosphere. The "Great" Symphony is undoubtedly the jewel of the cycle: Karajan maintains a constant rhythmic pulse here without ever sacrificing the vivid beauty of the sound. The finale is a true demonstration of controlled power. This edition is a testament to a golden age of conducting in which sonic luxury served a monumental architectural vision of Schubert's music. The third release in the Herbert von Karajan hybrid SACD series is also presented with a new HD remastering (192 / 24) from the original tapes.