The Symphonies
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This 5-CD set presents all nine Beethoven symphonies as conducted by Bernard Haitink with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, recorded in 1994. These symphonies chronicle Beethoven's artistic journey from Classical restraint to Romantic grandeur—from the elegant First Symphony through the revolutionary scope of the Ninth. The symphonic form itself evolved through these nine works, and you're essentially hearing the birth of Romanticism unfold. Bernard Haitink was one of the great Beethoven interpreters, bringing both intellectual clarity and emotional depth to these masterworks. The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra possesses a warm, well-balanced sound that serves these works beautifully. This cycle avoids period-instrument extremes while delivering expressive performances with strong architectural clarity. It's an excellent comprehensive entry point to Beethoven's symphonic achievement and remains a vital reference interpretation.
Item Details+
| Genre | Classical |
| Style | Classical, Romantic, Symphony, Orchestra |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Description | CDs are EX to NM. Box looks still great too. Carefully packed and shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping! |
| Label | Philips |
| Year | 1994 |
| Country | Europe |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
Symphony No. 1 In C Major, Op. 21
Symphony No. 3 In E-flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica"
Symphony No. 2 In D Major, Op. 36
Symphony No. 4 In B-flat Major, Op. 60
Symphony No. 5 In C Minor, Op. 67
Symphony No. 6 In F Major, Op. 68 "Pastorale"
4-1. Egmont, Op. 84: Overture. Sostenuto, Ma Non Troppo – Allegro
Symphony No. 7 In A Major, Op. 92
Symphony No. 8 In F Major, Op. 93
Symphony No. 9 In D Minor, Op. 125
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