Extrait Symphony n°9 Beethoven D.Barenboim, W.Meier, R. Pape and West Eastern Divan Orchestre

[gracek703]

Love it.

[fallen021angel]

I think it's impossible to hear an excerpt of this to appreciate it. I do think the best version ever is Karajan's in 1977 with the BPO but only just ahead of this. This version has to be heard in full, without breaks, as high in volume as your ears can take it! It's truly stunning that way and the only movement where the lack of pace affects it is the 1st. It's personal taste I suppose, but I think this is stunning in full.

[cedricyu803]

I'd prefer the recording by Abbado in 2000, really a masterpiece. This? not at the same class

[shinjiemisato]

too slow IMHO.

[mario54671]

I agree, I found it rather...boring myself. The way he does it is very dull.

[me148]

@TekinOzbekMusic Rene Pape is the world's best bass.

[themusicdr]

hats off to maestro barenboim (and the late edward said) for establishing this magnificent orchestra 10yr ago!!!

[mausimama1]

Oh Freude!