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FR-747SACD
Originally recorded in June 2022
Classical
Orchestral & Concertos
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Reference Recordings proudly presents the beloved Symphony No. 6 "Pastoral" of Ludwig van Beethoven, with Steven Stucky’s "Silent Spring," in exceptional performances from Manfred Honeck and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. "Silent Spring" was commissioned by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in honor of the 50th anniversary of the publication of the book "Silent Spring", the seminal work by Pittsburgh native Rachel Carson. The music, like the book, can be heard as a call to action to love and to save nature and the earth. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, known for its artistic excellence for more than 125 years, is credited with a rich history of the world’s finest conductors and musicians, and is deeply committed to Pittsburgh and its region. This release is the thirteenth in the highly acclaimed Pittsburgh Live! series of multichannel hybrid SACD releases on the FRESH! imprint from Reference Recordings. This series has received GRAMMY® Nominations in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2022.
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Reviews
“… The music is masterfully crafted, consonant with a liberal use of dissonance, embracing a kaleidoscopic range of orchestral colors and mercurial shift of mood. Reference’s recording of both works allows us to revel in the many glories of this fabulous orchestra.”
Editor’s Choice – Orchestral Section
“…Strongly recommended”
Performance ****½ Sonics (Multichannel) *****
“…It will come as no surprise to most listeners that in terms of recorded sound and quality of orchestral playing this release matches the earlier ones from this source in all respects – i.e. absolutely outstanding. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s music director Manfred Honeck has for many years established a wonderfully close and collegial relationship with his players who respond unfailingly and with finesse to his interpretative demands throughout both works… a fascinating release.”
Performance ***** Sonics (Multichannel) *****
“… This release is as striking as it is Honeck’s.”
“… we’ve got ourselves another winner in this ongoing Pittsburgh/Beethoven series. Warmly recommended.”
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