Jonathan Berman / BBC National Orchestra Of Wales -Franz Schmidt: The Symphonies -Accentus CD Grooves.land/Playthek

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1.1 Sehr langsam - sehr lebhaft [11:43]

1.2 II. Langsam [12:13]

1.3 III. Schnell und leicht [12:35]

1.4 IV. Lebhaft, doch nicht zu schnell [10:16]

2.1 I. Lebhaft [16:21]

2.2 II. Allegretto con variazioni: Einfach und zart [19:52]

2.3 III. Finale: Langsam [15:30]

3.1 Allegro molto moderato [15:59]

3.2 II. Adagio [10:47]

3.3 III. Scherzo: Allegro vivace - Molto più tranquillo [11:12]

3.4 IV. Lento - Allegro vivace [12:41]

4.1 Allegro molto moderato - [14:50]

4.2 II. Adagio - [13:40]

4.3 III. Molto vivace - [07:11]

4.4 IV. Tempo primo un poco sostenuto [10:21]

4.5 Act I: Introduction [04:17]

4.6 Act I: Intermezzo [03:38]

4.7 Act I: Carnival Music [06:40

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Franz Schmidt: Symphonies by Bbc National Orchestra Of Wales & Jonathan Berman, released 1 December 2023. This version of Franz Schmidt: Symphonies comes as a 4xCD. -

"In conversations about Franz Schmidt the recurring theme emerging for many is that listening to a performance of his music at a young age became the turning point in their lives the realization of how powerful music can be," says Jonathan Berman, whose longtime love of Franz Schmidt's work has it's origins in a performance preparation for his Fourth Symphony. Berman's passion for Schmidt's work and the composer's upcoming 150th birthday in 2024 were key reasons for the conductor to approach the BBC National Orchestra of Wales to record all four symphonies together - a major project that also marks Jonathan Berman's CD debut. The recordings were realized between 2020 and 2022 at BBC Hoddinott Hall, the home of the BBC NOW in Cardiff. In November 2023, Accentus Music releases all four symphonies in a high-quality box set that will also be made available across all digital platforms. BBC Music Magazine wrote about the digital pre-release of the first symphony in March 2021: "Jonathan Berman and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales deliver a terrific performance which provides a fine alternative to the excellent version from Paavo Järvi. [...] What really makes this new recording so enticing is the sheer energy and enthusiasm with which conductor and orchestra communicate the vigour and optimism of the opening movement." Produced in association with BBC Radio 3 and BBC National Orchestra of Wales.

"Franz Schmidt: The Symphonies" is a comprehensive CD collection featuring all four symphonies by the Austrian composer Franz Schmidt, performed by Jonathan Berman and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. This release offers listeners an immersive journey through Schmidt's rich orchestral landscapes, blending late-Romantic lyricism with profound emotional depth. Each symphony reveals unique facets of Schmidt?s artistry?from the grandeur and drama of Symphony No. 1 to the introspective beauty of his later works. Conductor Jonathan Berman has garnered acclaim for his insightful interpretations and dynamic leadership, while the BBC National Orchestra of Wales stands as one of Britain?s most respected ensembles, known for their versatility and expressive power. Accentus Music, renowned for its high-quality classical recordings and innovative productions, ensures exceptional sound fidelity in this edition?making it a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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ACC80544

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