The Planets

by Gustav Holst & Berliner Philharmoniker & Herbert von Karajan

The Planets cover art

Returning to Holst's legendary astrological suite, maestro Herbert von Karajan directs the Berlin Philharmonic in a lush, commanding early digital recording. The interpretation emphasizes the sweeping dynamic contrasts and massive orchestral architecture of the work, executed with pristine technical clarity. It is widely considered one of the definitive modern performances of the English composer's masterwork.

Genres

  • Modern Classical
  • Tone Poem

Tracklist

  1. The Planets: Mars, the Bringer of War
  2. The Planets: Venus, the Bringer of Peace
  3. The Planets: Mercury, the Winged Messenger
  4. The Planets: Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity
  5. The Planets: Saturn, the Bringer of Old Age
  6. The Planets: Uranus, the Magician
  7. The Planets: Neptune, the Mystic