Kirill Petrenko and the Berlin Philharmonic's Meiningen Court Orchestra bring a fresh vitality to Brahms's First Symphony, coupled with the Tragic Overture, in this latest release from the Berliner Philharmoniker label. The performance, captured live at the renowned Philharmonie, showcases Petrenko's thoughtful approach to the composer's works.
The conductor has opted to use the original scores marked up by Brahms himself, adding an air of authenticity to the interpretation. While some might view this approach as overly directive, it ultimately yields a momentum that is difficult to resist, with a pronounced flexibility in the ensemble playing that brings out the intricate details of the score.
One notable aspect of this performance is the balance, which remains impeccable throughout the disc. However, there are moments where the solos seem overemphasized by the recording engineers, detracting slightly from the overall cohesion of the music.
The Tragic Overture, meanwhile, bursts to life with dramatic urgency, its expertly crafted arc propelling the listener on a thrilling ride. While it's recorded in an acoustic that seems more favorable than the symphony, this ultimately avoids the problem of a woolly bass line that can sometimes plague Petrenko's interpretation.
Overall, this is a compelling addition to the Berlin Philharmonic's discography, one that showcases the ensemble's skill and commitment to exploring the classical canon.
The conductor has opted to use the original scores marked up by Brahms himself, adding an air of authenticity to the interpretation. While some might view this approach as overly directive, it ultimately yields a momentum that is difficult to resist, with a pronounced flexibility in the ensemble playing that brings out the intricate details of the score.
One notable aspect of this performance is the balance, which remains impeccable throughout the disc. However, there are moments where the solos seem overemphasized by the recording engineers, detracting slightly from the overall cohesion of the music.
The Tragic Overture, meanwhile, bursts to life with dramatic urgency, its expertly crafted arc propelling the listener on a thrilling ride. While it's recorded in an acoustic that seems more favorable than the symphony, this ultimately avoids the problem of a woolly bass line that can sometimes plague Petrenko's interpretation.
Overall, this is a compelling addition to the Berlin Philharmonic's discography, one that showcases the ensemble's skill and commitment to exploring the classical canon.
! Kirill Petrenko's approach to Brahms is so refreshing - it's like he's giving us a masterclass in interpretation 
and that balance throughout the symphony is EVERYTHING 
it's crazy how some solos can get a bit lost in the mix, but overall this disc is straight fire 
. The Tragic Overture though? wow, that's some intense stuff 
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. This new release from the Berliner Philharmoniker label is definitely worth checking out, Petrenko's approach to Brahms is unique and really brings out the character in the music 
. I love how they used the original scores marked up by Brahms himself, it adds a level of authenticity that you just can't replicate with modern notation 
. The only thing that threw me off was the solos - sometimes they felt a bit overpowered by the recording engineers 
. Still, the overall balance is spot on and the Tragic Overture is pure dynamite 
. I mean, using the original markings from Brahms himself is a genius move - it adds so much authenticity to the performance. And can we talk about that balance? It's like they're floating on air 
. Petrenko and the Berlin Philharmonic are a match made in heaven - can't wait to see what they do next! 
. It's a good thing the rest of the orchestra can carry the load, 'cause that's where the real magic happens 
I mean, using the original scores marked up by Brahms himself? That just reeks of overthinking if you ask me 
It's like they're trying too hard to be authentic instead of trusting their own instincts as musicians. And don't even get me started on that Tragic Overture - it sounds way more polished than it should, like they spent way too much time in the studio tweaking every little detail 
I mean, can't they just let the music breathe for once? 
this approach of using original scores marked up by brahms himself is really interesting, gives me chills when i hear those tiny details in the music coming through. only thing that would make it 100% perfect for me is if they toned down the recording engineers a notch, some solos feel kinda overpowered 
. I mean, who doesn't love the feeling of hearing music played exactly how the composer intended? 
Of course, some might say it's too directive, but for me, it just means you get a more cohesive and engaging performance 
. Still, that Tragic Overture is pure magic 
! It's so exciting to hear Petrenko and his ensemble really bring it to life 
i love how they used the original scores marked up by brahms himself, it makes it feel so authentic and real... but like i'm not sure if it's a good or bad thing? does anyone else think he's being too controlling as a conductor? 
and yeah the solos do sound kinda overemphasized in some parts 
. the Tragic Overture is just insane though 
. Still, it's such an exhilarating ride with the Tragic Overture! Those Berlin Philharmonic guys are killing it as usual
the Tragic Overture is like a rollercoaster ride of feels, I was literally on the edge of my seat the whole time 
I do wish they'd toned down the solo bits slightly though, it's like the recording engineers were trying to make them stand out too much 
