Ludwig van Beethoven - Symphonies 4 & 7 - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Bolshoi Theater Soloists Ensemble - Discoveries [COMPACT DISCS] date 05/11/2010

Ludwig van Beethoven - Egmont Overture / Symphonies 4 & 7 [COMPACT DISCS] Jewel Case Packaging date 02/14/2012

Two of Beethoven's most magnificent symphonies are featured on this new from Jukka-Pekka Saraste and the WDR Sinfonieorchester. Jukka -Pekka Saraste writes of this new album InchI endeavor to disclose Beethoven's emotions. That is the key to understanding his music. One has to constantly keep those currents of optimism and pessimism in balance. For that, you need to have access to an orchestra's full sound spectrum in a highly flexible, dynamic manner. I believe that Beethoven's impact is paramount because his message can be felt everywhere. Not just in Europe. A message of strength, of humanity - and one that places human culture in the forefront. There is so much destruction in the world; we need to hold on to things that enrich the spirit.Inch Jukka-Pekka Saraste has established himself as one of the outstanding conductors of his generation, demonstrating remarkable musical depth and integrity. Born in Heinola, Finland, he began his career as a violinist before training as a conductor with Jorma Panula at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki. He has held positions with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.