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Symphonies nos. 1-9
Anton Bruckner

Symphonies nos. 1-9

Jaap van Zweden

Label: Challenge Classics
Format: SACD
Barcode: 0608917270228
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Catalog number: CC 72702
Releasedate: 09-09-16
- Bruckner’s symphonies 1 to 9 conducted by Jaap van Zweden finally boxed at a special price

- probably the most acclaimed complete edition of Bruckner’s symphonies on SACD

- this box celebrates in the best possible way the Jaap van Zweden’s appointment as New York Philharmonic Chief Conductor
This release, containing all nine of Bruckner’s symphonies, is one of Challenge Classics’ greatest achievements so far. The quality of the performances- by both conductor and orchestra- and of the recordings makes this Bruckner’s complete survey a primary reference for anyone interested in such repertoire. Each one of these symphony recordings has received positive press. Of the Seventh: “Conductor and orchestra bring out the structural and thematic complexity of the final movement, in a fine end to another very strong and recommended performance.” (Classical Net Review) Of the Third: “This is a resplendent addition to an important cycle in the making.” (Gramophone) And of the Sixth: “Exceptional engineering achieved by Challenge Classics, with natural-sounding timbres and an extremely realistic sense of acoustic space.” (International Record Review) Jaap van Zweden has risen rapidly in the past decade to become one of today’s most sought-after conducto