01. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Adagio molto - Allegro con brio"
02. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Andante cantabile con moto"
03. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Menuett: Allegro molto e vivace"
04. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Finale: Adagio - Allegro molto e vivace" Sinfonie Nr. 3 Es-Dur op. 55 "Eroica"
05. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Allegro con brio"
06. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Trauermarsch: Adagio assai"
07. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Scherzo: Allegro vivace"
08. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Finale: Allegro molto"
Disc 02 Sinfonie Nr. 2 D-Dur op. 36
01. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Adagio molto - Allegro con brio"
02. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Larghetto"
03. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Scherzo: Allegro"
04. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Allegro molto" Sinfonie Nr. 4 B-Dur op. 60
05. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Adagio - Allegro vivace"
06. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Adagio"
07. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Allegro vivace"
08. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Allegro ma non troppo"
Disc 03 Sinfonie Nr. 5 c-moll op. 67
01. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Allegro con brio"
02. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Andante con moto"
03. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Allegro"
04. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Allegro - Presto" Sinfonie Nr. 6 F-Dur op. 68 "Pastorale"
05. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Erwachen heiterer Empfindungen bei der Ankunft auf dem Lande: Allegro ma non troppo"
06. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Szene am Bach: Andante molto mosso"
07. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Lustiges Zusammensein der Landleute: Allegro"
08. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Gewitter, Sturm: Allegro"
09. Blomstedt, Herbert "5. Hirtengesang, frohe und dankbare Gef?hle nach dem Sturm: Allegretto"
Disc 04 Sinfonie Nr. 7 A-Dur op. 92
01. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Poco sostenuto - Vivace"
02. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Allegretto"
03. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Presto"
04. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Allegro con brio" Sinfonie Nr. 8 F-Dur op. 93
05. Blomstedt, Herbert "1. Allegro vivace e con brio"
06. Blomstedt, Herbert "2. Allegretto scherzando"
07. Blomstedt, Herbert "3. Tempo di Menuetto"
08. Blomstedt, Herbert "4. Allegro vivace"
Disc 05 Sinfonie Nr. 9 d-moll op. 125
01. Doese, Helena "1. Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso"
02. Doese, Helena "2. Molto vivace"
03. Doese, Helena "3. Adagio molto e cantabile"
04. Doese, Helena "4. Presto"
Description:
This premium CD box set presents Ludwig van Beethoven's complete Symphonies Nos. 1-9 in a landmark cycle performed by Herbert Blomstedt and the Staatskapelle Dresden, one of Europe's oldest and most tradition-rich orchestras. With their natural orchestral balance, structural clarity and noble warmth of sound, these performances highlight the Classical roots of Beethoven's early symphonies as well as the visionary power and emotional depth of the later works, culminating in the monumental Ninth with its famous "Ode to Joy". The Staatskapelle's distinctive, dark-hued strings and characterful winds, combined with Blomstedt's thoughtful yet energetic direction, offer interpretations that are both intellectually convincing and deeply moving, ideal for focused listening as well as for discovering Beethoven's symphonic universe as a whole.
The production on CD offers finely detailed, dynamic sound that captures the full breadth of the orchestra, from the transparent textures of the First and Second Symphonies to the dramatic contrasts of the Fifth and the expansive, spiritual atmosphere of the Missa-like passages in the Ninth's finale. Carefully arranged across the discs, the cycle invites a chronological journey through Beethoven's development--from Classical elegance through heroic drama to late-style grandeur and humanistic message. Liner information (where included) helps situate each symphony historically and musically, making this set attractive both to seasoned collectors and newcomers seeking a coherent, stylistically unified Beethoven cycle.
Herbert Blomstedt, a Swedish-American conductor renowned for his integrity, musicality and long-term collaborations with leading orchestras, has built a distinguished career especially in the German-Austrian symphonic repertoire. As former chief conductor of the Staatskapelle Dresden, he shaped the orchestra's sound with his blend of precision, inner calm and expressive depth. Beyond Dresden, Blomstedt has led major ensembles such as the San Francisco Symphony, where his tenure brought award-winning recordings, and has been celebrated worldwide for his Beethoven, Bruckner and Brahms interpretations, which are praised for their fidelity to the score and spiritual intensity rather than superficial effect.
The Staatskapelle Dresden, founded in the 16th century, is one of the world's oldest continuously active orchestras and has long been associated with composers from Weber and Wagner to Richard Strauss. Its trademark sound combines warmth, transparency and a noble, vocal quality in the strings and winds, ideally suited to Beethoven's symphonic writing. Under Blomstedt, this tradition is heard in playing that is at once disciplined and full of life, offering a Beethoven cycle that feels both rooted in history and vividly present.
BERLIN CLA, as the label responsible for this edition, focuses on carefully curated classical catalogues and historically significant recordings. With an emphasis on high production standards and respect for the original artistic vision, the manufacturer aims to make major symphonic cycles and reference recordings accessible in durable, collector-friendly CD editions. This Beethoven set exemplifies that philosophy by uniting a world-class orchestra, a highly respected conductor and repertoire central to the classical canon in a coherent, high-quality release.
