Brahms: Symphonies Nos. 3 & 4

This disc contains the final two symphonies of Johannes Brahms, completing Hänssler's set featuring longstanding conducting superstar Michael Gielen. Hänssler's previous releases of the First and Second symphonies were mastered from recordings that date from 1995 and 2005, respectively. The Third and Fourth symphonies, featured here, have been issued from somewhat earlier performances that date from 1993 and 1989.There is a great deal to like about this disc. The Third Symphony begins impressively enough; the two colossal ... Read More

This disc contains the final two symphonies of Johannes Brahms, completing Hänssler's set featuring longstanding conducting superstar Michael Gielen. Hänssler's previous releases of the First and Second symphonies were mastered from recordings that date from 1995 and 2005, respectively. The Third and Fourth symphonies, featured here, have been issued from somewhat earlier performances that date from 1993 and 1989.There is a great deal to like about this disc. The Third Symphony begins impressively enough; the two colossal opening chords feel full and energized but not overpowered, and the strings match character with a succulent and sweet tone throughout. Gielen achieves a wonderful sense of phrasing in the gorgeously lyrical third movement and doesn't -- like many conductors -- gloss over any of the beautiful inner voices. Quite the contrary, in fact: Gielen's strength lies in his ability to impress details and elicit nuances from his dependable SWR Sinfonieorchester. Now for the downsides, the... Read Less

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