Berlin Philharmonic in Singapore - RACHMANINOV, S.: Symphonic Dances / MAHLER, G.: Symphony No. 1 (Rattle)
Orchestra:
Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
Conductor:
Rattle, Simon
Composer:
Rachmaninov, Sergei
Composer:
Mahler, Gustav
Venue: Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
Date of Concert: 11-2010
Playing Time: 01:43:51
Television Director:
Beyer, Michael
Catalogue Number: EuroArts5890
UPC: 880242589088
The 2010 tour by the Berliner Philharmoniker and their Artistic Director Sir Simon Rattle concluded in Singapore, their very first visit there. They presented Mahler's unique and breathtaking First Symphony, which once briefly enjoyed the title "Titan" in homage to the Romantic novelist Jean Paul. They also performed Rachmaninov's late Symphonic Dances, highly evocative pieces that originally bore the titles "Noon," "Twilight," and "Midnight," and which were conceived as ballet numbers. In this concert, the Berliner Philharmoniker beautifully captures Mahler's love of nature and Rachmaninov's nostalgic memories of the old Russia he had left behind.
