Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham - Schubert: Symphonies Nos.3, 5 & 6 (1989)
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham - Schubert: Symphonies Nos.3, 5 & 6 (1989)
EAC | FLAC (image+.cue, log) | Covers Included | 78:52 | 401 MB
Genre: Classical | Label: EMI | Catalog: 7 69750 2
EAC | FLAC (image+.cue, log) | Covers Included | 78:52 | 401 MB
Genre: Classical | Label: EMI | Catalog: 7 69750 2
Sir Thomas Beecham is strongly identified with the orchestral music of Schubert, largely from these final recordings made over a period of years at different locations. In fact, it is amazing that these performances sound so cohesive, since bits and pieces were recorded over such a long time span. But Beecham was that rare performer who could make fastidious work sound spontaneous–and there are many such moments among these three symphonies. Indeed, these recordings could be recommended just for the wonderful woodwind solos. On the other hand, I find the string playing a little harsh and overdriven.
The Sixth symphony was one of the earliest EMI stereo recordings and is less resonant and full than the other two of this trio. None of the recordings is of demonstration caliber but range from quite serviceable (No. 6) to good (Nos. 3 and 5). On reflection, although I like these Beecham performances immensely, I believe that Karl Böhm’s readings are even more desirable, being a bit more genial and relaxed with nicely sprung rhythms that are never overdriven. I’m surprised to see that they are no longer in the catalog. Nor are those of Munchinger, Kertesz, Wand (EMI), or Ristenpart, all very good, in case you spot them in the cutout bins. It’s as if some cruel, wicked force has suddenly wiped out all the great recordings of the smaller Schubert works. More’s the blessing that EMI has reinstated this one.
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham - Schubert: Symphonies Nos.3, 5 & 6 (1989)
Track List:
Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
Symphony No. 3 In D, D.200
1. I: Adagio Maestoso - Allegro Con Brio 7:38
2. II: Allegretto 5:08
3. III: Menuetto (Vivace) & Trio 5:21
4. IV: Presto Vivace 5:18
Symphony No. 5 In B Flat Major, D.485
5. I Movement: Allegro 5:48
6. II: Andante Con Moto 8:51
7. III: Menuetto (Allegro Molto) & Trio 5:16
8. IV: Allegro Vivace 5:47
Symphony No. 6 In C, D.589
9. I: Adagio - Allegro 7:43
10. II: Andante 6:48
11. III: Scherzo (Presto) & Trio 4:39
12. IV: Allegro Moderato 10:11
Performers:
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Sir Thomas Beecham - conductor
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