Kristiina Poska, the conductor, won the coveted conductor prize of the Dirigentenforum of the Deutsche Musikrat in 2013 and was a finalist in the Donatella Flick and Malko Competitions in 2012.
Recording & Production
The recording sessions for this album took place in Gent, Belgium, at the Music Centre De Bijloke, with Symphony No. 5 recorded in 2021 and Symphony No. 8 in 2024.
Performer Biography
Kristiina Poska, the conductor on this album, has been the chief conductor of the Flanders Symphony Orchestra since the 2019-2020 season.
Recording & Production
This album is the third volume in a complete symphonies series by Beethoven, featuring his Symphonies Nos. 5 and 8.
Performer Biography
The Flanders Symphony Orchestra, founded in 1960, is known for its distinctive, transparent sound and versatile repertoire, and is in residence at Muziekcentrum De Bijloke in Ghent.
Interpretation
Conductor Kristiina Poska strives to be faithful to Beethoven's precise yet enigmatic scores, particularly regarding his metronome markings, which she believes reflect his struggle towards light and freedom.
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