Credits:

Beethoven (1770-1827)

Description:

Karajan recorded the complete Beethoven symphonies four times during his lifetime, but this performance from the 1970s is arguably the best. It is time for Karajan to add a touch of indulgence to his characteristic exuberance and splendor, and we are treated to an exquisite Beethoven. ［Comment courtesy of Universal Music IMS.]

Tracklisting:

1.Symphony No. 5 in C minor ("Fate"), Op. 67: 1. Allegro con brio
2.Symphony No. 5 in C minor ("Fate"), Op. 67: 2. Andante con moto
3.Symphony No. 5 in C minor ("Fate"), Op. 67: 3. Allegro
4.Symphony No. 5 in C minor ("Fate"), Op. 67: 4. Allegro
5.Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: 1. Allegro vivace e con brio
6.Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: 2. Allegretto scherzando
7.Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: 3. Tempo di Menuetto
8.Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: 4. Allegro vivace
9.Leonore Overture No. 3 in C major, Op. 72b