Richard Strauss – The Complete Orchestral Works · Andris Nelsons · Gewandhausorchester Leipzig CD

UPC: 028948620401 

MPN: 486 2040 

Brand Name: Deutsche Grammophon

Overview

This 7-CD Deutsche Grammophon box set brings together the orchestral masterpieces of Richard Strauss (1864–1949) under the baton of Andris Nelsons. For the first time in history, the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig collaborate in a joint project, capturing Strauss’s brilliance in soundscapes both monumental and intimate. Featuring world-renowned soloists Yuja Wang (piano), Yo-Yo Ma (cello), and Olivier Latry (organ), this collection offers over 8 hours of music, from the sweeping Alpensinfonie to the tender Metamorphosen.

Product Features

• Format: 7 CD Box Set, Digital Recording (DDD)
• Label: Deutsche Grammophon (Universal Music Group)
• Country of Manufacture: EU
• Release Year: 2022
• Total Time: 8 hours, 32 minutes, 37 seconds
• Conductor: Andris Nelsons
• Orchestras: Boston Symphony Orchestra, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig
• Soloists: Yo-Yo Ma (cello), Yuja Wang (piano), Olivier Latry (organ)

Interesting Facts

• This project marks the first-ever collaboration between the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig on recordings.
• Andris Nelsons serves as music director of both orchestras, creating a rare synergy between two world-class ensembles.
• The set includes all of Richard Strauss’s major orchestral works, making it one of the most comprehensive Strauss collections available.
• The monumental Eine Alpensinfonie, the heroic Ein Heldenleben, and the philosophical Also sprach Zarathustra are paired with rarities like Burleske and Macbeth.
• The inclusion of legendary soloists like Yo-Yo Ma and Yuja Wang adds star power and interpretive brilliance.
• Recorded under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, the set exemplifies premium sound quality and artistry.

Track Listing (Highlights by CD)

CD1 – Eine Alpensinfonie; Symphonic Fantasy from Die Frau ohne Schatten CD2 – Don Quixote; 4 Symphonic Interludes from Intermezzo (Yo-Yo Ma, cello) CD3 – Tod und Verklärung; Symphonia Domestica CD4 – Ein Heldenleben; Macbeth CD5 – Also sprach Zarathustra; Aus Italien CD6 – Don Juan; Burleske; Dance of the Seven Veils; Metamorphosen (Yuja Wang, piano) CD7 – Festliches Präludium; Till Eulenspiegel; Love Scene from Feuersnot; Rosenkavalier Suite; Schlagobers Waltz (with Olivier Latry, organ)

Publishers

• Label: Deutsche Grammophon, Berlin (Universal Music Company)
• Year: 2022

• Exclusive Licenses:

  • Boston Symphony Orchestra, Inc. (CDs 1–3, CD7: 1–7)
  • Gewandhaus zu Leipzig (CDs 4–6, CD7: 8–13)

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