Bruno Walter – The Edition (Sony Classical, High Definition Remastering) CD

UPC: 5099706624820 

MPN: SMK / SM2K 64470–64480 Series 

Brand Name: Sony Classical

Overview

Bruno Walter – The Edition is a distinguished multi-volume collection from Sony Classical, celebrating the artistry of one of the 20th century’s most beloved and influential conductors. Featuring high-definition remastering using SBM (Super Bit Mapping) technology, this edition presents Walter’s legendary stereo and mono recordings of Brahms, Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven, and Bruckner, newly restored from original Columbia Masterworks tapes.

Known for his warmth, humanity, and fidelity to musical expression, Bruno Walter was a close associate of Mahler and a bridge between the Romantic and modern eras. This comprehensive remastering project brings renewed life to Walter’s classic performances with unparalleled clarity and depth.

Product Features

• Format: Multiple Compact Discs (individual volumes and box set releases)
• Recording Label: Sony Classical
• Audio Quality: SBM (Super Bit Mapping) High Definition Digital Remastering
• Country of Manufacture: Austria / EU

• Catalogue Numbers:

  • SMK 64470–64480 Series (individual releases)

  • Example titles:

    • Brahms: Symphony No. 1 & Haydn Variations – SMK 64470
    • Brahms: Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3 – SMK 64471
    • Brahms: Symphony No. 4, Tragic Overture, Song of Destiny – SMK 64472
    • Mozart: Symphonies Nos. 25, 28, 29, 35 (“Haffner”) – SMK 64473
    • Mozart: Symphonies Nos. 36 (“Linz”) & 38 (“Prague”) – SM2K 64474
    • Mozart: Symphonies Nos. 39, 40, 41 (“Jupiter”) – SMK 64477
    • Schubert: Symphony No. 9 (“The Great”) / Rosamunde (Excerpts) – SMK 64478
    • Bruckner: Te Deum / Mozart: Requiem – SMK 64480
    • Brahms: Double Concerto / Beethoven: Triple Concerto – SMK 64479

• Performers:

  • Conductor: Bruno Walter
  • Orchestras: Columbia Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, and others
  • Soloists: Various, including Pierre Fournier, Rudolf Serkin, and Isaac Stern

Interesting Facts

• Super Bit Mapping (SBM): Developed by Sony, SBM preserves analog warmth while reducing digital noise, ensuring unprecedented transparency in these archival remasters.
• Historical Importance: Bruno Walter was a protégé of Mahler and a champion of Classical and Romantic repertoire—his interpretations remain benchmarks for conductors and listeners alike.
• Comprehensive Coverage: The series spans Walter’s most acclaimed performances for Columbia Masterworks from the 1950s and 1960s, newly reissued for the CD era.
• Collector’s Quality: Each volume features original artwork, detailed liner notes, and recording information—essential for collectors of historical classical recordings.
• Artistic Legacy: Walter’s approach combined lyrical phrasing, humane warmth, and rhythmic integrity—qualities that shine anew in these digital restorations.

Publishers

Published by: Sony Classical Manufactured by: Sony Music Entertainment Inc. Remastering: High Definition SBM Process Printed and Made in: EU / Austria

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