Rudolf Kempe - Strauss: Ein Heldenleben; Dvorak: Symphony No. 9 'From the New World'

Product Description In the first DVD release of this performance, we witness Kempe's mastery in securing issues of 'structure, atmosphere and emotional intensity' (David Patmore), along with his 'unfailing musicality'. The audio recording of the Dvorak 9 from this Kempe DVD has been released on BBC Legends, and was a Penguin Guide Rosette Winner. Kempe's style appealed greatly to British musicians in whom he inspired great confidence and joy. Review Kempe's New World Symphony brings another memorable performance, dedicated, with pianissimos of breathtaking delicacythis is a quite exceptional account, the most illuminating and compelling to have appeared for some years --Penguin Guide, BBC Legends 4056-2