A masterpiece that brings Beethoven's dynamism back to life in the modern era
The overwhelming vitality of Symphony No. 7, woven together by Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic.
This recording showcases Herbert von Karajan's commanding skills and the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra's exquisite ensemble. From the majestic introduction of the first movement to the Bacchanalian frenzy of the fourth, the interpretation is consistent throughout. This performance represents Karajan's peak period in the late 1970s, and it occupies a key position among Beethoven's symphony recordings.
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A:
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1)
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Poco Sostenuto - Vivace
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2)
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Allegretto
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B:
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1)
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Presto - Assai Meno Presto
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2)
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Allegro Con Brio
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Art Direction - Peter Schuppe
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Composed By - Ludwig van Beethoven
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Conductor - Herbert von Karajan
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Engineer [Recording] - Günter Hermanns
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Liner Notes [English] - Irving Kolodin
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Liner Notes [German] - Hans-Günter Klein
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Liner Notes [Translated By] - Jacques Fournier
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Orchestra - Berliner Philharmoniker
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Photography By [Cover] - Holger Matthies
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Producer - Dr. Hans Hirsch
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Producer - Magdalene Padberg
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Recording Supervisor - Michel Glotz