Symphony no. 7 in A major, Op. 92

by Ludwig van Beethoven, Philharmonia Orchestra & Herbert von Karajan

Symphony no. 7 in A major, Op. 92 cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1953
  • Label: Columbia
  • Country: Germany
  • Community rating: 3.84/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Highlighting his legendary emphasis on legato phrasing and absolute tonal beauty, Herbert von Karajan steers the Philharmonia Orchestra through Beethoven's rhythmic masterpiece. The recording eschews the jagged, muscular attacks favored by his contemporaries for an incredibly smooth, forward-moving momentum. It remains a cornerstone document tracing the conductor's evolution toward his signature, highly polished symphonic sound.

Genres

Tracklist

  1. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: I. Poco sostenuto – Vivace
  2. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. Allegretto
  3. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: III. Presto – Assai meno presto
  4. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: IV. Allegro con brio

Credits

  • Ludwig van Beethoven - primary artist
  • Herbert von Karajan - primary artist, conductor
  • Philharmonia Orchestra - primary artist, orchestra

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