Brahms, Schumann: Symphony No. 1 / Karajan, Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra

Description: The performance of the Schumann is one of the worst, if not the worst, in the history of mankind. Thick, coagulated string textures with nary a woodwind in sight give plenty of ammunition to those who claim that Schumann couldn't orchestrate. The Brahms symphony is a bit better, but not much. Herbert von Karajan really was so much less successful in the basic German repertoire than he wanted everyone to think. That's probably why he recorded it so many times. No matter--this is not recommendable at all. --David Hurwitz ... (more)

Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon
Release date: 13 February 1996
EAN: 0028944740820 UPC: 028944740820

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