Mendelssohn: Symphonies and Oratorios album review Andris Nelsons' prodigious talent on full display
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Mendelssohn: Symphonies and Oratorios album review  Andris Nelsons' prodigious talent on full display
"The seven-disc set includes two oratorios, familiar in this country in their Victorian English translation, but sung here in German. Elias features a distinguished lineup, including Golda Schultz, Werner Gura and Wiebke Lehmkuhl."
"In Nelsons' hands, the First Symphony often the Cinderella of the set takes its place alongside its more colourful cousins. The MDR Radio Choir is a trifle polite in the Baal choruses, but the men in particular make a tremendous noise."
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Andris Nelsons' box set with the Gewandhaus Orchestra features live recordings of Mendelssohn's symphonies and oratorios from 2021 to 2024. The performances are characterized by brisk tempi and dynamic phrasing, bringing the music to life. Notable pieces include the Italian Symphony and the Scottish Symphony, with the First Symphony receiving special attention. The set includes two oratorios sung in German, featuring a distinguished lineup of soloists. Deutsche Grammophon's recording of Paulus is particularly praised for its dramatic interpretation.
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