Why This CD Matters
This recording pairs two of Beethoven’s best-known symphonies, performed by Herbert von Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker. The Fifth moves from its urgent opening through four tightly connected movements, while the Sixth, “Pastorale,” uses five movements to evoke scenes and moods of the countryside. Recorded in 1982, the performances bring together the orchestra and conductor during Karajan’s long tenure with the Berlin Philharmonic.
Collector Note
This is the Deutsche Grammophon Karajan Gold CD, catalog number 439 004-2, in stereo and remastered for the series. The Karajan Gold release dates to 1993; the copy described here was manufactured by PMDC in France. Its program contains both complete symphonies across nine tracks.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
CD: NM
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+
Technical Details
Format: CD, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo
Label: Deutsche Grammophon – 439 004-2
Country: Europe
Released: 1993
Genre: Classical
Style: Classical, Romantic, Symphony, Orchestra
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
Symphonie Nr. 5 c-moll Op. 67
1. Allegro Con Brio 7:18
2. Andante Con Moto 9:14
3. Allegro 4:48
4. Allegro 8:41
Symphonie Nr. 6 F-dur Op. 68 »Pastorale«
1. Erwachen Heiterer Empfindungen Bei Der Ankunft Auf Dem Lande: Allegro Ma Non Troppo 9:04
2. Szene Am Bach: Andante Molto Mosso 10:19
3. Lustiges Zusammensein Der Landleute: Allegro 3:08
4. Gewitter – Sturm: Allegro 3:23
5. Hirtengesang. Frohe Und Dankbare Gefühle Nach Dem Sturm: Allegretto 8:25
Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.
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