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DVORAK :THE 9 SYMPHONIES - BERLIN PHILHARMONIC, KUBELIK
Much like the incessant war between Autobots and Decepticons, a similar conflict rages in matters Dvorak: Kubelik v Kertesz.
TQ
4 October 2014
Could have been the definitive set
These interpretations and performances are so good and could be considered the definitive collection but the audio quality is lacking.
YS
9 January 2014
Good choice
Recipient rated it as excellent.
UL
5 October 2013
Lackluster; flat. Avoid
I'm afraid I've been listening to these for years.
NL
11 November 2012
A good set for the memory of Kubelik
I had LPs of sympnonies #8 and #9 from this set in the old days, and when I saw the complete set available, I decided to investigate the rest of them.
SU
25 March 2012
At least if it's what I think it is
My favorite 9th is the 1990 von Donhnanyi, which, to me, comprises one of the best interpretations combined with among the best recording engineering.
AO
11 November 2011
brilliant realisations of 3, 5, 8, and 9; rest is lacking
One might describe Dvorak's symphonies as a blend of the styles of Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and Smetana - grand, vast, expansive, lush, lyrical works in the romantic style that retain those elements of rustic simplicity and nostalgia so dear to the heart.
EF
23 July 2009
Imperfect but mysteriously haunting
Kubelik's set shines especially in the early symphonies, where inspiration is matched by first-class execution by the Berliners, who outdid the Londoners for Kertesz (e.
XL
19 May 2009
What blighted soul finds this recording lacking?
Being of Czech & Slovak heritage, I revere and adore Antonin Dvorak.
LT
28 May 2008
Refreshing
There's little doubt that Rafael Kubelik performing the Czech repertory is a cornerstone of the recording catalog.
DVORAK :THE 9 SYMPHONIES - BERLIN PHILHARMONIC, KUBELIK Review
Reviews (10)
An Age-Old Debate
Much like the incessant war between Autobots and Decepticons, a similar conflict rages in matters Dvorak: Kubelik v Kertesz.
Could have been the definitive set
These interpretations and performances are so good and could be considered the definitive collection but the audio quality is lacking.
Good choice
Recipient rated it as excellent.
Lackluster; flat. Avoid
I'm afraid I've been listening to these for years.
A good set for the memory of Kubelik
I had LPs of sympnonies #8 and #9 from this set in the old days, and when I saw the complete set available, I decided to investigate the rest of them.
At least if it's what I think it is
My favorite 9th is the 1990 von Donhnanyi, which, to me, comprises one of the best interpretations combined with among the best recording engineering.
brilliant realisations of 3, 5, 8, and 9; rest is lacking
One might describe Dvorak's symphonies as a blend of the styles of Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and Smetana - grand, vast, expansive, lush, lyrical works in the romantic style that retain those elements of rustic simplicity and nostalgia so dear to the heart.
Imperfect but mysteriously haunting
Kubelik's set shines especially in the early symphonies, where inspiration is matched by first-class execution by the Berliners, who outdid the Londoners for Kertesz (e.
What blighted soul finds this recording lacking?
Being of Czech & Slovak heritage, I revere and adore Antonin Dvorak.
Refreshing
There's little doubt that Rafael Kubelik performing the Czech repertory is a cornerstone of the recording catalog.