Bernstein Mahler The Complete Symphonies & Orchestral Songs Ltd Edition 16CDs

Bernstein Mahler The Complete Symphonies And Orchestral Songs Limited Edition 16CDs Plus Booklets. All discs have been checked disc 1 volume 1 is lightly scratched, all others are in excellent condition. The paper sleeves and booklets are in good condition.

The 3 inner cardboard boxes show some signs of wear. The outer cardboard sleeve shows signs of wear especially on the corners and edges. The photos form part of the description please message me if you need any further information. I have hundreds of new and used classical CDs being listed. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 July 2020.

Presentation is great with the separate boxes and sleeves. Slightly awkward ordering/division of works between CDs. But this is Mahler by the maestro. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2005. At last count there must be a dozen or more complete Mahler symphony cycles.

Bernstein is at his best in the large-scale dramatic works 2,3,5,6 and 8. For me there is no more passionate'Resurrection' (2) in the catalogue, the recording sounding fine and open, with perfectly judged balance.

Christa Ludwig's'Urlicht' is divine. Tempos are perhaps a little slower than many, but never does Bernstein commit Sinopoli's sin of losing track of the music! The symphony must be the whole world' is probably the most familiar quote of Mahler's and in Symphony 3, Mahler and Bernstein show us the world of love in all its forms.

This is one to return to time and time again with a final movement that is breathtaking in its spirituality, the NYPO's playing flawless. Number 6 is simply shattering - don't listen to this if you're feeling down, it's devastating! The set is beautifully presented in three separate boxes representing the three phases of Mahler's compositional life, and well-documented. There is continuity of conductor, but the set consists of different orchestras, Bernstein's NYPO featuring in 2,3 and 7, but others including the VPO and the Concertgebouw. Other versions suit those who prefer a'dryer', less passionate, less idiosyncratic Mahler.

For those who see his work as emotional outpourings, this set from Bernstein is the one. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 June 2002. With the growth of the gramophone long playing record during the 1950s, the Mahler symphonies became known to a world wide audience. Leonard Bernstein's interpretation of Mahler's works is well known, for he began the process of bringing Mahler to a wider audience. However, the versions presented here are a bit of a mixed bag.

His interpretation of the 2nd Symphony is perhaps a little too Hollywood. But, his 3rd is wonderful. Moreover, he surpasses himself with versions of the 6th and 7th, both challenging symphonies for orchestra and audience alike. If you like Bernstein and what he has to offer here, then go for this version. However, if you prefer Haitink and the Concertgebouw of Amsterdam, then go for that. Depends on your own personal taste really. Remastered sound is more than acceptable here too.