Dvorák: Symphonies Nos. 7, 8, 9

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As is so often the case these days, Carlo Maria Giulini recorded this music several times, most recently with the Concertgebouw Orchestra on Sony. Those are deadly dull performances to be avoided at all costs. These, his first versions, are generally very fine, though he made better versions of the Eighth and Ninth Symphonies with the Chicago Symphony on DG (only the Ninth is currently available). Nevertheless, if you want this particular conductor in this music, you won't be disappointed. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

Great value!.......2007-06-01

I think this 7 cd set is totally worth the low price.
I can't find any review of this set of CDs online, so I did some research after I bought it.
It is the first CD release of Sir Andrew Davis's complete Dvorak's symphonies.
These recordings were made between 1978-1982 by CBS. (ADD/DDD)
SONY DSD remaster eliminated most of the early digital sound problems.
PO players produced warm and dramatic sounds.
The still young Andrew Davis did a great job adding his personal reading of the scores. I like his slower tempo treatment of Symphony No. 9.
Symphony no.1,3 and the Carnival overture are also great.
Only down side is the linear notes is too short, and lack of detail.
Dvorak's music always bring me the love for life. I hope you will enjoy it too.

Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 8 & 9; Smetana: The Moldau

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Wonderful Set For Lovers of Czech Repertoire

Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 8 & 9; Smetana: The Moldau

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Customer Reviews:

Wonderful Set For Lovers of Czech Repertoire.......2005-08-24

Dvorak's last two symphonies and Smetena's The Moldau were among favorite works of Karajan's wide repertoire.He recorded these works several times...No.8:in 1979 with BP for EMI,in 1985 with WP for DG...No.9:in 1964 with BP,in 1985 with WP for DG and in 1977 with BP for EMI...The Moldau:in 1967 and 1980's with BP,in 1985 with WP for DG,in 1970's with BP for EMI.This two CD consists of his DG recordings:No.8(1985-with WP),No.9(1964-with BP),selected parts from Slavonic Dances(1959-BP),The Moldau(1967-BP),Vysehrad and etc...I have almost all important recordings of these works(Kubelik,Giulini,Munch,Keilberth,great Klemperer & B.Walter,A.Fiedler,Szell,Solti,Ormandy,Kertesz,Maazel,Mackerras, Neumann,Sawallisch,Ancerl,Bernstein,Kondrashin,Dohnanyi,Jansons).Especially No.8 is my favorite interpretation and recording by far.Well- balanced rythmic figures,powerful string parts and blazing trumpets.No conductor(except Giulini)recorded this work such wonderful.No.9(1964)is good (particularly Largo).If you are lover of 'From the New World',this is a must for your collection,if not,you can find better recordings.My favorites for all times:Karajan-1977,BP and 1985,WP;Giulini's Chicago(1970's) and Concertgebouw(1992)recordings;Keilberth-1960's with Bamberg;Arthur Fiedler with Boston for BMG/RCA and Kubelik-1972 with BP.Some listeners don't like Karajan's performings because of more powerful than usual readings.They says:'Dvorak is not Bruckner or Wagner'.This may be true but not exactly.Dvorak's works(particularly Nos.7,8,9) includes structural and orchestral inspirations from Wagner and Bruckner.In short Karajan is always true conductor for Dvorak and Smetana lovers.All his performings in this set are powerful,authoritative,essential and undoubtly romantic!Very good price for two CD.Do not miss.

Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 7-9; Smetana: The Moldau

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Way above all others...
Outstanding Eighth ; fine Seventh and Ninth.
Great Performances, Great Value of Kubelik & Dvorak
Good Performances, Good Value

Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 7-9; Smetana: The Moldau

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Release Date: 1995-01-24

Tracks:

Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op. 70: 1. Allegro maestoso
Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op. 70: 2. Poco Adagio
Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op. 70: 3. Scherzo. Vivace - poco meno mosso
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Symphony No. 8 In G Major, Op. 88: 3. Allegretto gracioso
Symphony No. 8 In G Major, Op. 88: 4. Allegro, ma non troppo

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Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'The New World': 1. Adagio-Allegro molto
Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'The New World': 2. Largo
Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'The New World': 3. Scherzo. Molto vivace
Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op. 95 'The New World': 4. Allegro con fuoco
The Wood Dove, Op. 110
The Moldau: II. The Moldau

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Rafael Kubelík's complete Dvorák symphony cycle with the Berlin Philharmonic is one of the glories of the DG catalog, and this sampler, containing the three last symphonies at a twofer price, is all but irresistible. There were few conductors more authoritative in this music than Kubelík, and he inspired his players to performances that routinely surpassed the response they gave their regular conductor, Herbert von Karajan. This is essential listening. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

Way above all others..........2004-06-08

This is a Dvorak cycle which is at once tasteful and powerful. the brass sonorities of the BPO are richly caught...Kubelik was a master in this repetoire.

Outstanding Eighth ; fine Seventh and Ninth........2002-07-12

Dvorak's music contains a great wealth of melodic inventiveness---grand climaxes, nostalgic reflections, panoramic vistas and exquisite instrumental color. Though Rafael Kubelik was, I feel, one of the finest interpreters of this music, he sometimes was not given the best treatment in the DGG recording studio. Here, for example, the horns occasionally border on stridency and could stand a little more fullness. Otherwise, Kubelik's view of the "New World" is a very fine one, though, for me, it does not match sonically and interpretively the classic Kertesz/Vienna Philharmonic version on London/Decca recorded around 1960 (not currently available). That performance should be re-issued and enshrined in the company's Legendary Performance series...In Dvorak's Seventh, Kubelik maintains his usual lyrical approach, though there are some areas in the final movement where I don't care for a few of his interpretive touches. Also, the colorful main theme in that movement could have been presented with a little more brio. Albeit, one of the better Seventh's I've heard. Another fine account, from years past, was Haitink's (Philips/Epic lp) in his first ever recording with the Amsterdam Concertgebouw. It is not and, sadly, probably never will be issued on CD. The Concertgebouw has also recorded (Philips CD) Colin Davis in this and the other Dvorak masterworks. I'm sorry, but as good as the orchestral execution and sound quality are of these releases, Davis does little for me in Dvorak because he seems to lack the feel for the Czech idiom. One conductor who had it, aside from Kubelik, was George Szell. For me, his Cleveland performance of the Seventh is the finest available in stereo. But there was another conductor with perhaps more Dvorak in his blood than anyone else. And that was Vaclav Talich. His 1938 account with the Czech Philharmonic (though in mono, and fairly good sound, at that) stands alone. There's loving care expressed in every bar. Moreover, this is no soppy interpretation. The dynamics are certainly there when called for. You can find his account, usually coupled with the Dvorak Eighth, on several different labels. I own the Koch.

Under Kubelik, the Dvorak Eighth is given one of the most thoroughly enjoyable accounts ever recorded. The accents, poetic musings and dynamic contrasts are all on the mark. What an absolutely beautiful interpretation! I have only one very slight criticism. The pace of the last movement might be a little too fast. But I'm not complaining. Another outstanding but better recorded Eighth comes from Istvan Kertesz and the London Symphony. Kertesz's slightly more relaxed pace frequently yields a very attractive lyricism, yet his more resounding moments are also quite impressive. Sir John Barbirolli's late 1950s account (nla, but well worth searching for) is also special. It absolutely brims with affection and endearing detail. Vaclav Talich's wonderful reading from 1935 (with Dvorak's Seventh on the previously mentioned Koch International) combines dynamics, warmth and tunefulness. It too occupies a seat among my aforementioned favorites. Another version, with Bruno Walter and the Columbia Symphony reveals a nice atmospheric presence, though occasionally the sound can be a tad bright. Nonetheless, his performance still ranks highly, as do George Szell's first two recordings, made with the Amsterdam Concertgebouw (in mono) and the Cleveland Orchestra (Sony), though I would place Walter and Szell just below the vanguard of Kubelik, Kertesz, Barbirolli and Talich.

Great Performances, Great Value of Kubelik & Dvorak.......2001-08-30

Those on a budget might seriously consider getting this two CD set of Rafael Kubelik conducting the Berlin Philharmonic, in lieu of the multiple CD set of his entire Dvorak symphony cycle. These are electrifying performances every bit as good as Sir Colin Davis' readings with the Concertgebouw Orchestra. Admittedly, the sound quality might not be as splendid as those of recent vintage, yet this is a set worth acquiring. With regards to the quality of the performance, Kubelik's 1960's account is as fine as the latest I have heard from the likes of Abbado and Harnoncourt. This two CD compilation concludes with Kubelik's celebrated version with the Boston Symphony Orchestra of the tone poem Moldau from Smetana's tone poem cycle Ma Vlast.

Good Performances, Good Value.......2000-07-14

Kubelik clearly had a special relationship with these works, as evidenced by the recent reissue of symphonies 7 and 9 with the Vienna Philharmonic from the 1950's in the Decca Legends series, but it is these recordings with the Berlin Philharmonic from the 70's that have become somewhat of a standard by which more recent recordings are judged. All three symphonies are played very well, with judicious choices of tempi and detailed orchestration. The sound is excellent for its time and DG has done a good job with the remastering. And yet, I still go back to the set of these symphonies with the Cleveland Orchestra under Dohnanyi on Decca as my absolute top choice. The sound on the latter rivals any cd I've heard from any source and the readings seem to have a bit more life than Kubelik. The Cleveland versions are also available on a 2 for 1 set from Decca, so either set is a good value. You probably won't be disappointed with either set.

Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 7,8, & 9 New World

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Dvorak grandioso
The Best Seventh
Davis & Dvorak - Not So Bad
3 Stars for the 7th
I wanted to like this, but. . .

Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 7,8, & 9 New World

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Release Date: 1993-10-12

Tracks:

Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op.70: Allegro maestoso - A. Dvorak
Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op.70: Poco adagio - A. Dvorak
Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op.70: Scherzo (Vivace) - A. Dvorak
Symphony No. 7 In D Minor, Op.70: Finale (Allegro) - A. Dvorak
Symphony No. 8 In G, Op.88: Allegro con brio - A. Dvorak
Symphony No. 8 In G, Op.88: Adagio - A. Dvorak
Symphony No. 8 In G, Op.88: Allegretto grazioso - A. Dvorak
Symphony No. 8 In G, Op.88: Allegro ma non troppo - A. Dvorak

Tracks:

Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op.95 (From The New World): Adagio - Allegro Molto - Dvorak
Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op.95 (From The New World): Largo - Dvorak
Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op.95 (From The New World): Scherzo (Molto Vivace) - Dvorak
Symphony No. 9 In E Minor, Op.95 (From The New World): Allegro Con Fuoco - Dvorak
Symphonic Variations, Op. 78: Theme - Dvorak
Symphonic Variations, Op. 78: Variations 1-27 - Dvorak
Symphonic Variations, Op. 78: Finale - Dvorak

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The outstanding performance here is the Seventh--one of the best, beautifully played by this great orchestra. The other two symphonies are also very well done, if perhaps a bit overshadowed, but that's what happens when one performance is so overwhelming. It's a fault you can live with. The package is topped off by a compelling version of the neglected but magnificent Symphonic Variations. An appealing package, then, at a twofer price. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

Dvorak grandioso.......2004-12-03

Las tres ultimas sinfonias de Dvorak son un festin genial desbordante de fuerza, energia y sonidos increibles, Colin Davis sabe de energia pero pierde un poco de originalidad,de la Orquesta del Royal Concertgebouw no hay mucho que decir es portentosa y suena impecable, la septima es brillante y suena mejor aun, la octava que es una riquisima expresion de sonidos a plenitud esta un poco suave y la novena que es una de las grandes obras de la musica suena genial. Por cierto lo mejor del CD ademas de la septima son las variaciones sinfonicas que suenan impactantes, hay que decirlo la Orquesta sinfonica de Londres es impresionante en estructura y sonido, y lo hace notar.
Para la novena mi recomendacion es Ormandy con esta misma orquesta, para la octava Rowicki (tambien con LSO), la septima es casi una de las mejores.
Para los amantes de la musica un CD que se añade a la coleccion por su fuerza y brillantes, para los fanaticos lo escucharan disfrutaran de mucho de sus pasajes y seguiran la busqueda de la interpretacion perfecta.

The Best Seventh.......2003-09-26

I have to admit that I think Dvorak's Seventh is not only his greatest symphony but one of the greatest by any composer. I have many versions (Kubelik, Rowicki, Giulini, etc.) and have heard it in concert many times (Davis, Haitink, Fischer etc.) but this interpretation is for me the standard. It has the unique combination of urgency, spontineity and a nationalistic spirit not unlike Davis' Sibelius/BSO cycle of the same era. Dvorak, unlike Brahms, seems to allow, even invite, a wide range of interpretation, and virtually all the CD performances offer illumination of the many aspects of this work, but Davis, with great playing and sound, is at the top. The two other symphonies, which have their moments, and the Symphonic Variations 'encore' make this one of the great CD bargains.

Davis & Dvorak - Not So Bad.......2003-07-20

There are clearly better choices available when it comes to inexpensive 2CD sets of Dvorak's last three symphonies than this title by Colin Davis. In fact, there is even a better one in the very same Philips Duo series -- the one by Witold Rowicki and the London Symphony Orchestra (see my review). Other better buys are the Giulini on EMI Double Forte (not the horridly slow Sony title that was mentioned below), Von Dohnanyi on Double Decca, and Kubelik on DG (see my review of the box set of the Nine Symphonies). With that being said, this set is really not so terrible. I think we all feel a little let down by Davis because so many of his other Philips Duo offerings are among the best of any given work available -- the Complete Sibelius Symphonies, Haydn "London" Symphonies and Beethoven Piano Concertos to name a few. Oh well, you can't hit a home run at every at bat.

3 Stars for the 7th.......2001-03-15

If you are looking for a great 7th then this is the best I have heard, good pace, great rhythm and flow and very beautiful, it has a fresh and direct feel to it. The 8th is average and the 9th is very disappointing, so do not buy this if you are looking for a good all-round set or first Dvorak set. Dohnanyi's Cleveland performances are all magnificent with excellent sound, warmer recordings than Davis - particularly the 9th.

I wanted to like this, but. . ........2001-01-20

Davis is a matter-of-fact interpreter of these wonderful scores.

The seventh is the best of the lot, but, there are a lot of good sevenths out there; Dohnanyi is not to be missed with the unpareiled Cleveland in terrific sound. His eigth is very exciting, if a little emotionally more remote; however, compared to Davis, it's terrific. Neither can compare to the genius of Walter's recording with Columbia Sym on Sony, though.

The ninth here is absolutely nothing special, at all. Again, Dohnanyi gives you a better deal, but so do so many others: Stokowski (RCA), Slatkin (Telarc), Kertesz (Vienna, London), Neumann (various), etc. etc.

You do get wonderful playing from the Concertgebouw, and although the engineering is fine, I could never warm up to it.

For twice your money, you can probably buy Kertesz's complete set. I wish I had done that!

Dvorák: Symphonies Nos. 5, 7, 8 & 9 "From the New World" [Netherlands]
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Great Dvorak!

Probably the best bargain in Dvorak symphonies

Dvorák: Symphonies Nos. 5, 7, 8 & 9 "From the New World" [Netherlands]
Kertesz , and London Symphony Orchestra
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Symphony No.5 In F, Op.76 - Allegro, Ma Non Troppo
Symphony No.5 In F, Op.76 - Andante Con Moto
Symphony No.5 In F, Op.76 - Scherzo. Allegro Scherzando
Symphony No.5 In F, Op.76 - Allegro Molto
Symphony No.7 In D Minor, Op.70 - Allegro Maestoso
Symphony No.7 In D Minor, Op.70 - Poco Adagio
Symphony No.7 In D Minor, Op.70 - Scherzo (Vivace)
Symphony No.7 In D Minor, Op.70 - Finale (Allegro)
Symphony No.8 In G, Op.88 - Allegro Con Brio
Symphony No.8 In G, Op.88 - Adagio
Symphony No.8 In G, Op.88 - Allegretto Grazioso - Molto Vivace
Symphony No.8 In G, Op.88 - Allegro Ma Non Troppo
Symphony No.9 In E Minor, Op.95 "From The New World" - Adagio - Allegro Molto
Symphony No.9 In E Minor, Op.95 "From The New World" - Largo
Symphony No.9 In E Minor, Op.95 "From The New World" - Scherzo (Molto Vivace)
Symphony No.9 In E Minor, Op.95 "From The New World" - Allegro Con Fuoco

Customer Reviews:

Great Dvorak!.......2007-01-26

I've had Dvorak's 9th Symphony on CD since 1991 (with the Cleveland Orchestra directed by George Szell), but it never quite convinced me! I had been looking for a good version to replace it, and now I've finally found the ideal one: Istvan Kertesz's reading of Dvorak's 9th is quite delightful!

It is quite a bargain too, for it includes great versions of Dvorak's 5th, 7th and 8th Symphonies! I already have the 7th and 8th with Previn and the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and what a boring version that is! Listening to Kertesz's reading of the 7th and 8th has shown me just how beautiful these Symphonies really are! This has been quite a discovery!

Finally, I'm new to Dvorak's 5th Symphony, and the only thing that I can say is that I'm enjoying it a lot! This is such a beautiful Symphony!

I'm really happy that I bought this great bargain! If you're looking for some fine Dvorak, look no further, this is a great album!

Probably the best bargain in Dvorak symphonies.......2006-05-14

These classic mid-Sixties readings of Dvorak symphonies from Kertesz are unsurpassed, and to have them gathered on a bargain two-fer is exceptionally generous. For me, the highlights are Sym. #5 and #7, the former receiving a wonderfully buoyant, vivacious performance, the latter (much more often recorded) done with great energy and thrust. On the used market one can buy the commplete Dvorak cycle under Kertesz quite reasonably, and that would be first choice, since his readings of the rarely played Sym. #1-4 are highly acclaimed. But to get the three last symphonies plus the Fifth makes a good start. The LSO plyas with total commitment, and Decca's analog sound remains vivid and detailed.

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Fantastic!

Great Melodies of the Classics

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Le Rondeau ('Masterpiece Theatre' Theme)
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Vivace from Concerto for Two Violins and Orchestra, 'Double'
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La Rejouissance: Allegro from 'Royal Fireworks Music'
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
Largo ma non tanto from Concerto for Two Violins and Orchestra, 'Double'
Hallelujah! from 'Messiah'

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Allegro con brio from Symphony No. 5
Allegro from 'Eine kleine Nachtmusik'
Andante ('Elvira Madigan' Theme) from Piano Concerto No. 21
Adagio sostenuto from 'Moonlight' Sonata
Molto allegro from Symphony No. 40
Overture to 'The Marriage of Figaro'
Adagio; Allegro from Symphony No. 104, 'London'
Overture to 'Egmont'
Fur Elise
Allegro from Symphony No. 5
Minuet from String Quartet in E major, Op. 13, No. 5
Finale from Symphony No. 9, 'Choral'

Tracks:

Piano Concerto No. 1: Introduction
'Pictures at an Exhibition': Promenade
Symphony No. 4, 'Italian': Introduction
'The Valkyrie': Ride of the Valkyries
'Peer Gynt': Dawn
'Carmen': Habanera
Slavonic Dance No. 1
Entry of the Gladiators
'Also sprach Zarathustra': Introduction
Excerpt from 'On the Beautiful Blue Danube'
'William Tell' Overture: Finale
'Aida': Triumphal March
'The Nutcracker': Waltz of the Flowers
'1812' Overture: Finale
'Lohengrin': Prelude
Violin Concerto: Allegretto non troppo; Allegro molto vivace
Symphony No. 9, 'From The New World': Largo
24 Preludes, Op. 28:: No. 4 in E Minor
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No.7 in A Major
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 20 in C Minor
'Orpheus In The Underworld': Can-Can

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Bolero
Pavan for a Dead Princess
'La Mer' ('The Sea'): From Dawn Until Noon on the Sea
Fanfare for the Common Man
'Appalachian Spring': Variations on a Shaker Dance
'Candide': Overture
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'Gayane': Sabre Dance
Adagio for Strings
'Carmina Burana': Introduction
'Lieutenant Kije': Troika
'The Firebird': Finale

Customer Reviews:

Fantastic!.......2005-11-29

I bought this cd set years ago and they're still my favorite cds. Each cd follows a genre (baroque, classical, romantic, or modern and impressionist) and gives a great sampling of some of the strongest pieces in that genre. I don't know what I'd do without these cds.

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Outstanding performances by a great Dvorak conductor.
Deadly dull ?

Dvorák: Symphonies Nos. 7, 8, 9

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Tracks:

Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: I. Allegro Maestoso
Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: II. Poco Adagio
Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: III. Scherzo (Vivo)
Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: IV. Allegro
Sym No.8 in G, Op.88: I. Allegro Con Brio
Sym No.8 in G, Op.88: II. Adagio
Sym No.8 in G, Op.88: III. Allegretto Grazioso
Sym No.8 in G, Op.88: IV. Allegro Ma Non Troppo

Tracks:

Sym No.9 in e, Op.95 'From The New World': I. Adagio-Allegro Molto
Sym No.9 in e, Op.95 'From The New World': II. Largo
Sym No.9 in e, Op.95 'From The New World': III. Scherzo (Molto Vivace)
Sym No.9 in e, Op.95 'From The New World': IV. Allegro Con Fuoco
Ov: Carnaval, Op.92
Scherzo Capriccioso, Op. 66

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As is so often the case these days, Carlo Maria Giulini recorded this music several times, most recently with the Concertgebouw Orchestra on Sony. Those are deadly dull performances to be avoided at all costs. These, his first versions, are generally very fine, though he made better versions of the Eighth and Ninth Symphonies with the Chicago Symphony on DG (only the Ninth is currently available). Nevertheless, if you want this particular conductor in this music, you won't be disappointed. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

Outstanding performances by a great Dvorak conductor........2002-12-05

Carlo Maria Giulini -- though not as famous as some "star" conductors -- was one of the greatest conductors of the 20th century. Although Giulini was outstanding in a wide range of repertoire, he had a particular rapport with the music of Dvorak. I can think no finer performances of the works on this 2 CD set than these. Dvorak's 9th Symphony ("From the New World") is undoubtedly the major attraction on this set, but the other two symphonies are also very good. In fact, in my opinion, the 7th symphony is a masterpiece on a par with the more famous "New World" Symphony. The Scherzo Capriccioso, though not quite on a par with the symphonies, is quite good, particularly as performed by Giulini, and the Carnival Overture is truly a gem. I can't recommend this set too highly. It would be a good buy at full price, and is an incredible buy at this bargain price.

Deadly dull ?.......2000-03-10

I apologize if this is not a review of this set but, as a possessor of Giulini's later recordings of 7,8 & 9 I feel compelled to say something. The "official" rewiew seems to me harsh and positively narrow-minded. I'm no Giulini fan, he's often really too slow, but in the Dvorak the point is that he highlights the Brahmsian side of this composer. Too often is forgotten that Brahms was Dvorak's mentor and his supreme model as a symphonist. And if I admit that the 9th is rather too manicured, I believe that the 7th and 8th positively shine, also thanks to beutifully glorious playing from the Concertgebouw and impeccable recording. Too idiosyncratic to be a first recommendation, so, but a must for those who think that Dvorak's music is about much than czech peasants dancing and drinking.....

Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 7 - 8 - 9 / Carnival & Othello Overtures

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Dvorak: Symphonies Nos. 7 - 8 - 9 / Carnival & Othello Overtures
Neville Marriner , Antonin Dvorak , and Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
Manufacturer: Capriccio
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ASIN: B000009J0Q
Release Date: 1994-07-12

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Dvorak Symphonies, a wonderful bargain!

Dvorák: Symphonies Nos. 1-9 (Box Set)

Manufacturer: Naxos
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ASIN: B0000013IR
Release Date: 1994-02-15

Tracks:

Sym No.1 in c: Allegro - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.1 in c: Adagio Molto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.1 in c: Allegretto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.1 in c: Finale: Allegretto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends, Op.59, Nos.1-5: Allegretto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends, Op.59, Nos.1-5: Molto Moderato - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends, Op.59, Nos.1-5: Allegro Giusto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends, Op.59, Nos.1-5: Molto Maestoso - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends, Op.59, Nos.1-5: Allegro Giusto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser

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Sym No.2 in B, Op.4: Allegro Con Moto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.2 in B, Op.4: Poco Adagio - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.2 in B, Op.4: Scherzo: Allegro Con Brio - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.2 in B, Op.4: Finale: Allegro Con Fuoco - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends Op.59, Nos.6-10: Allegro Con Moto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends Op.59, Nos.6-10: Allegretto Grazioso - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends Op.59, Nos.6-10: Un Poco Allegretto E Grazioso - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends Op.59, Nos.6-10: Andante Con Moto - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Legends Op.59, Nos.6-10: Andante - Slovak PO/Czecho-Slovak RSO/Stephen Gunzenhauser

Tracks:

Sym No.3 in E Flat, Op.10: Allegro Moderato - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.3 in E Flat, Op.10: Adagio Molto, Tempo Di Marcia - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.3 in E Flat, Op.10: Allegro Vivace - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.6 in D, Op.60: Allegro Non Tanto - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.6 in D, Op.60: Adagio - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.6 in D, Op.60: Scherzo: Furiant: Presto - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.6 in D, Op.60: Finale: Allegro Con Spirito - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser

Tracks:

Sym No.4 in d, Op.13: Allegro - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.4 in d, Op.13: Andante Sostenuto E Molto Cantabile - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.4 in d, Op.13: Scherzo: Allegro Feroce - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.4 in d, Op.13: Finale: Allegro Con Brio - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.8 in G, Op.33: Allegro Con Brio - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.8 in G, Op.33: Adagio - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.8 in G, Op.33: Allegretto Grazioso-Molto Vivace - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.8 in G, Op.33: Allegro, Ma Non Troppo - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser

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Sym No.5 in F, Op.76: Allegro, Ma Non Troppo - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.5 in F, Op.76: Andante Con Moto - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.5 in F, Op.76: Andante Con Moto, Quasi L'istesso Tempo-Allegro scherzando - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.5 in F, Op.76: Finale: Allegro Molto - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: Allegro Maestoso - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: Poco Adagio - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: Scherzo: Vivace-Poco Meno Mosso - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser
Sym No.7 in d, Op.70: Finale: Allegro - Slovak PO/Gunzenhauser

Tracks:

Sym No.9 'From the New World': Adagio-Allegro Molto - Slovak PO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.9 'From the New World': Largo - Slovak PO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.9 'From the New World': Molto Vivace - Slovak PO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Sym No.9 'From the New World': Allegro Con Fuoco - Slovak PO/Stephen Gunzenhauser
Symphonic Variations, Op. 78: Theme/Variations 1-27/Finale - Slovak PO/Stephen Gunzenhauser

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Dvorak Symphonies, a wonderful bargain!.......2002-03-09

Naxos is undoubtedly contributing more to the popularity and perpetuity of Classical Music more than any other label. They do so by providing the recorded equivalent of "cheap" seats, those that are generally found in the balcony or back rows of the orchestra section in your local concert hall. Naxos provides accommodations that are often among the best in the house, and that are always a great value.

This complete set of Dvorak's nine symphonies would be a wonderful addition to anyone's collection, especially that of a collector on a budget. Though you can find better performances of the later symphonies, particularly the Symphony #9, aka "New World". (I particularly like performances by Kondrashin, on Decca and Reiner, on RCA). However before one can appreciate the subtle differences of a great performance, versus a good or adequate rendering, one needs to be exposed to the music and become familiar with it. With this collection, Naxos has provided a wonderful opportunity for a listener who is not familiar with Dvorak's symphonies to get his or her feet wet. Both the performances and sound quality are good and the price can't be beat. ...

Cliff Coleman

Dvorák: Symphonies Nos. 7, 8 & 9 "New World"; Carnival Overture [Germany]
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Dvorák: Symphonies Nos. 7, 8 & 9 "New World"; Carnival Overture [Germany]
Maazel , and Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000025IOV
Release Date: 2005-03-10