Recitals
Category: Concerts and Performing Arts
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SKU: D10579
This magnificent, large-scale work is given a stellar treatment by the late Herbert von Karajan conducting the Berlin Philharmonic. Adding great moments as soloists to this impassioned piece are Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Ruza Baldani and Eric Tappy. 83 min. Soundtrack: English.
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FullscreenSKU: D42972
Michael Gielen conducts the Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg in lively performances of Beethoven's first, second, and third (also known as the "Eroica") symphonies. For music aficionados craving a bit of the old Ludwig van, these 1998 and 2000 concerts are not to be missed! 110 min. Standard; Soundtracks: DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D42973
The music of revolutionary composer Ludwig van Beethoven lives on in these passionate concert performances by the Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg. Michael Gielen conducts the group in 1997 and 2000 as they interpret Beethoven's fourth, fifth, and sixth ("Pastorale") symphonies. 114 min. Standard; Soundtracks: DTS 5.1, Dolby ... more
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SKU: D61352
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WidescreenSKU: D98906
Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.0, PCM stereo.
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WidescreenSKU: D98907
Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.0, PCM stereo.
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WidescreenSKU: D98908
Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.0, PCM stereo.
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WidescreenSKU: D98909
Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.0, PCM stereo.
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WidescreenSKU: D98910
Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.0, PCM stereo.
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WidescreenSKU: D42796
Live from Berlin, acclaimed pianist Daniel Barenboim performs Beethoven's piano sonatas over the course of eight spectacular classical concerts. In addition to Barenboim's masterful interpretations of the sonatas, the series includes hour-long classes taught by the master pianist, during which students play a selection from Beethoven ... more
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SKU: D85264
Master pianist Wilhelm Kempff showcases his musical prowess as he interprets classic works of Beethoven in this archival footage from the CBC in Montreal. Performances of Rondo in G for Piano, Op. 51, No. 2 and Sonata No. 29 in B-flat for Piano, Op. 106, "Hammerklavier" are included, as well as a special interview with Kempff. 59 min. ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D78716
Originally airing on CBS in conjunction with Ludwig van Beethoven's 200th birthday, this insightful documentary features Leonard Bernstein analyzing the works of the great composer. Includes joyful footage of Bernstein and soloists Gwyneth Jones, Shirley Verrett, Placido Domingo, and Martti Talvela performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto ... more
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Double FeatureSKU: D87593
First, Leonard Bernstein and Ludwig van Beethoven make a stirring duo, as Bernstein celebrates the composer's 200th birthday in "Bernstein on Beethoven," a recital with the Vienna Philharmonic. Selections include Piano Concerto No. 1, "Ode to Joy" and more. Soloists include Placido Domingo, Shirley Verrett, and Gwyneth Jones. Next, ... more
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Ludwig Van(1970)
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Argentinean composer Mauricio Kagel's avant-garde film about Beethoven depicts the composer returning to his hometown studio in 1970 (on the occasion of his 200th birthday) and experiencing powerful recollections of his music as it manifests itself in images and sound. The film provides a unique tribute to the revolutionary German master. ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D80426
Recorded between 1967 and 1972, this three-disc collection of innovative concert films features renowned conductor Herbert von Karajan leading the Berlin Philharmoniker and the Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin in unforgettable performances of all nine of Beethoven's symphonies. 5 1/2 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtracks: German DTS 5.1, ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D10933
The esteemed Julliard String Quartet performs Beethoven's 4th, 7th and 14th string quartets at the municipality of Polling in Upper Bavaria for this intimate classical concert. The ensemble includes violinists Robert Mann and Earl Carlyss, who are joined by Samuel Rhodes on the viola and Joel Krosnick on the cello. 82 min. Standard; ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D13049
Conductor Herbert von Karajan leads the Berlin Philharmonic in a stirring recital of Beethoven's final symphonic work. 66 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dutch Dolby Digital stereo, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, Dutch, French; biography.
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SKU: D46778
Led by acclaimed conductor Vaclav Neumann, the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra and the Prague Philharmonic Choir bring the revolutionary music of Beethoven to this special concert supporting the non-violent overthrow of the Marxist/Leninist government of Czechoslovakia, known as the ... more
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Conductor Lorin Maazel leads the Orchestra Symphonica Toscanini and guest performers Maria Luigia Borsi, Birgit Remmert, and Vale Rideout in a powerful presentation of Beethoven's final symphonic work, filmed in the ancient Basilica Papale di San Paolo fuori le Mura in Vatican City. 72 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D15319
Beethoven's Second and Third Symphonies are performed by the Berlin Philharmonic, led by conductor Herbert von Karajan. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, PCM stereo, Dutch Dolby Digital stereo, French Dolby Digital stereo, PCM stereo, Spanish PCM stereo; biography.
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SKU: D91071
Soundtracks: English DTS 5.0, Dolby Digital 5.0, PCM stereo. Two-disc set.
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FullscreenSKU: D22084
From Germany's Gewandhaus concert hall comes this live recording of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 ("The Choral Symphony") which features Kurt Masur conducting the Gewandhaus Orchestra and Chorus. Soloists include soprano Venceslava Hruba-Freiberger and mezzo Doris Soffel. 72 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.
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FullscreenSKU: D39309
Recorded live at the Berlin Philharmonie, this dynamic program of Beethoven works features Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman and Daniel Barenboim performing with the Berlin Philharmoniker. 59 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English PCM stereo.
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WidescreenSKU: D91285
Pianist Alfred Brendel joins the Lucerne Festival Orchestra to perform stunning renditions of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor and Anton Bruckner's Symphony No. 7 in E major. For this special recording from the 2005 Lucerne Festival, the orchestra is conducted by Claudio Abbado. 106 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D10894
Brilliant Polish pianist Krystian Zimerman joins legendary conductor Leonard Bernstein onstage for this exhilarating series of classical performances. Bernstein conducts the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, with Zimerman at solo piano, for renditions of Beethoven Piano Concertos 1-5. 197 min. total on two discs. Standard; Soundtrack: ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D94042
Renowned Russian pianist/conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy performs Beethoven's five piano concertos in this marvelous classical concert. Ashkenazy plays alongside the London Philharmonic; Bernard Haitink conducts the ensemble. Standard; Soundtracks: DTS 5.1, PCM stereo; Subtitles: English, Chinese, French, German, Spanish.
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In Search Of Beethoven(2009)
WidescreenSKU: D81817
Filmmaker Phil Grabsky ("In Search of Mozart") turns his camera on another titan of the music world with this documentary that offers over 65 performances of Beethoven works and interviews with classical experts and musicians to reveal the life and inspirations of the tortured genius. 139 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English ... more
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WidescreenSKU: D08247
Even as his own hearing completely vanished, Ludwig van Beethoven continued to reshape the world of classical music with his revolutionary talent. This biographical program explores the German master's life story using footage shot on location, exploring how he guided listeners through to a new era of Romantic composition. 52 min. ... more
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