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]
Beethoven: Symphonies 1-9 (Dynamic)
A refreshing survey of the Beethoven symphonies from Zubin Mehta [GT]
Beethoven & Schubert: String Quartets (Orchid Classics)
A highly attractive pairing of two of the greatest string quartets, interpreted and played to perfection [RMo]
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]
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]
Beethoven: Piano Trios Nos 2 & 7 (BIS)
Beethoven doesn’t seem to be an ideal fit with this very fine ensemble [DJB]
Karajan – The Early Lucerne Years (Audite)
Karajan in Lucerne in largely unreleased performances [JW]
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]
Beethoven: Middle Quartets (Bridge Records)
(Déjà Review) An invaluable addition in excellent sound, splendid documentation and full of concentrated wisdom [JW]
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]
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]
Bach: Goldberg Variations (Warner Elatus)
(Déjà Review) Excellent interpretations of these great works [KM]
Anne-Sophie Mutter – Vivace (SWR Classic)
A revealing documentary sheds light on a superstar career [RMay]
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]
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 (Beulah)
A compelling performance let down by the chorus [DMD]
A Beethoven Concert (Arthaus Musik)
(Déjà Review) Subtle direction of the camera work adds to the very fine performances [SF]
Otto Klemperer (conductor): The Remastered Edition (Warner Classics)
Klemperer consolidated; his full Warner legacy in best-yet transfers [JW]
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