Symphonies Nos. 1-9 [Box set]

Ludwig van Beethoven (Composer), Michael Halasz (Conductor), Richard Edlinger (Conductor), Diane Elias (Performer), CSR Symphony Orchestra (Orchestra), CSR Symphony Orchestra (Bratislava) (Orchestra), Czecho-Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra (Bratislava) (Orchestra), Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra (Orchestra), Gabriele Lechner (Performer), Michael Pabst (Performer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: Diane Elias, Gabriele Lechner, Michael Pabst
• Orchestra: CSR Symphony Orchestra, CSR Symphony Orchestra (Bratislava), Czecho-Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra (Bratislava), Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra
• Conductor: Michael Halasz, Richard Edlinger
• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven
• Audio CD (May 24, 2000)
• Number of Discs: 5
• Format: Box set
• Note on Boxed Sets: During shipping, discs in boxed sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase.
• Label: Amadis
• ASIN: B000001KPE
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #367,374 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

Disc: 1

1. Sym No.5 in c, Op.67: Allegro Con Brio - Zagreb Phil

2. Sym No.5 in c, Op.67: Andante Con Moto - Zagreb Phil

3. Sym No.5 in c, Op.67: Allegro - Zagreb Phil

4. Sym No.5 in c, Op.67: Allegro - Zagreb Phil

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Disc: 2

1. Sym No.3 in E Flat, Op.55 'Eroica': Allegro Con Brio - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

2. Sym No.3 in E Flat, Op.55 'Eroica': Marcia Funebre: Adagio Assai - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

3. Sym No.3 in E Flat, Op.55 'Eroica': Allegro Vivace - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

4. Sym No.3 in E Flat, Op.55 'Eroica': Allegro Molto - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

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Disc: 3

1. Sym No.6 in F, Op.68 'Pastoral': Allegro Ma Non Troppo - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

2. Sym No.6 in F, Op.68 'Pastoral': Andante Molto Mosso - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

3. Sym No.6 in F, Op.68 'Pastoral': Allegro - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

4. Sym No.6 in F, Op.68 'Pastoral': Allegro - CSR SO/Zagreb Phil

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Disc: 4

1. Sym No.7 in A, Op.92: Poco Sostenuto/Vivace - Zagreb Phil/Richard Edlinger

2. Sym No.7 in A, Op.92: Allegretto - Zagreb Phil/Richard Edlinger

3. Sym No.7 in A, Op.92: Presto - Zagreb Phil/Richard Edlinger

4. Sym No.7 in A, Op.92: Allegro Con Brio - Zagreb Phil/Richard Edlinger

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Disc: 5

1. Sym No.9 in d, Op.125 'Choral': Allegro Ma Non Troppo/Un Poco Maestoso - Gabriele Lechner/Michael Pabst/Diane Elias/Robert Holzer

2. Sym No.9 in d, Op.125 'Choral': Molto Vivace - Gabriele Lechner/Michael Pabst/Diane Elias/Robert Holzer

3. Sym No.9 in d, Op.125 'Choral': Adagio Molto E Cantabile/Andante Moderato - Gabriele Lechner/Michael Pabst/Diane Elias/Robert Holzer

4. Sym No.9 in d, Op.125 'Choral': Finale: Presto - Gabriele Lechner/Michael Pabst/Diane Elias/Robert Holzer

Customer Reviews

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Generally solid, and a terrific price, September 7, 2003

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steve (DeKalb, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Symphonies Nos. 1-9 (Audio CD)

This Beethoven set probably won't win any awards, but considering the price, it's surprisingly good. Richard Edlinger's conducting is straightforward and no-nonsense, and the Zagreb Philharmonic produces a solid, dark Beethoven sound. Unfortunately, two of the symphonies (3 and 6) are performed by the CSR Symphony Orchestra conducted by Michael Halasz, and are noticeably weaker. Halasz's conducting is perfunctory and the CSR, whoever they are, has a thinner-sounding string section. The recording quality is excellent, however, and the price is unbeatable. If you're a cheapskate Beethoven fan, grab it.

One minor point ... Amazon describes this as a "box set." It isn't; it's in a foldout cardboard container (which is slightly too large to fit into a conventional CD storage rack).

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not entirely successful, January 9, 2002

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laurence leabow (Simi Valley, Ca.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Symphonies Nos. 1-9 (Audio CD)

The performances on this set range from D- to B-. The best are the 5,7, and 8 and the worst the 3 and 6. It seems clear that Edlinger is an able Beethoven conductor and his orchestra is basically fine. His interpretations are also really good on the 7 and 8 though the 5 is a little fast and lightweight for my taste. The other conductor is just well..unlistenable. Maybe a set that is good across the board is not to be expected at this price. My recommendation would be to save for the Karl Bohm cycle on DG, which is available on three doubles(and includes overtures), and supplement that with Giulini's wonderful no.5 with the LA phil.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Beethoven!, July 30, 2003

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Matt Barger (Little Rock, AR) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Symphonies Nos. 1-9 (Audio CD)

Having not spent my life in search for the "perfect" interpretation Beethoven's symphonies, I went with this satisfying set from Lydian. This is a very handsome collection with interesting notes on each symphony's creation and portraits of the master composer. The Zagreb Philharmonic proves themselves to be fine players with each passage clearly recorded and reproduced. The quality of sound is excellent! The tempos and interpretations feel appropriate. I have enjoyed getting to know each symphony through these recordings and anyone looking for a bargain price with quality performances will too. Fine music such as this will shine no matter who is playing. Bravo Beethoven! Bravo Zagreb!