Beethoven

Beethoven & Schubert: Orchestral Works (Naxos)

(Déjà Review) Articulate and exciting performances by a past master of one art prepared for a present-day audience by a master of another [PSe]

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Beethoven: Symphonies 1-9 (Dynamic)

A refreshing survey of the Beethoven symphonies from Zubin Mehta [GT]

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Beethoven & Schubert: String Quartets (Orchid Classics)

A highly attractive pairing of two of the greatest string quartets, interpreted and played to perfection [RMo]

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Beethoven: Symphonies Nos 5 & 7 (Warner Classics)

(Déjà Review) The stuff of legends, but what are legends made of? [CH]

Beethoven, Berwald: Septets (BIS)

Two lovely chamber scores for strings and winds [SV]

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Beethoven: Symphony No.7 (Simax Classics)

An imaginative coupling, performed with drive and a real insight into the fundamental nature of both works [TB]

Roger Norrington (conductor) Sacred Music (SWR Classic)

Choral masterpieces of the 19th century, in stirring performances [RWe]

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Beethoven: Piano Trios Nos 2 & 7 (BIS)

Beethoven doesn’t seem to be an ideal fit with this very fine ensemble [DJB]

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Karajan – The Early Lucerne Years (Audite)

Karajan in Lucerne in largely unreleased performances [JW]

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Jussi Björling (tenor) Til Havs (Swedish Society Discofil)

(Déjà Review) A treasure snatched from last minute oblivion and a memorable memento of a great voice and personality [RB]

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Beethoven: Middle Quartets (Bridge Records)

(Déjà Review) An invaluable addition in excellent sound, splendid documentation and full of concentrated wisdom [JW]

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Cordelia Williams (piano): Cascade (SOMM Recordings)

A fine recital of miniature masterpieces [DC]

Beethoven: The Symphonies (Deutsche Grammophon)

Does this cycle justify its release – the answer is an enthusiastic if qualified yes [DMD]

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Thomas Jensen (conductor) Legacy Vol. 18 (Danacord)

Core repertory from Thomas Jensen in authoritative performances [JW]

Beethoven: Symphony No.3 & Overtures (DG)

A disc of distinguished Beethoven performances [JQ]

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Bach: Goldberg Variations (Warner Elatus)

(Déjà Review) Excellent interpretations of these great works [KM]

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Anne-Sophie Mutter – Vivace (SWR Classic)

A revealing documentary sheds light on a superstar career [RMay]

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Beethoven: Cello & Piano works (Naxos)

(Déjà Review) This cycle is looking likely to be among the best on record [DS]

Rarities of Piano Music at Schloss vor Husum – August 2022 Festival (Danacord)

Well-chosen, interesting repertoire, and many discoveries [JF]

Schubert, Mendelssohn, Beethoven: Fantasias for Piano  (Hänssler Classic)

A really promising solo debut album [MC]

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Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 (Beulah)

A compelling performance let down by the chorus [DMD]

A Beethoven Concert LSO Solti Arthaus Musik 100148 DVD

A Beethoven Concert (Arthaus Musik)

(Déjà Review) Subtle direction of the camera work adds to the very fine performances [SF]

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Otto Klemperer (conductor): The Remastered Edition (Warner Classics)

Klemperer consolidated; his full Warner legacy in best-yet transfers [JW]

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Beethoven: Symphony 9 (Deutsche Grammophon)

One of the great Ninths on record [CH]