The orchestrations of Brahms's works by Virgil Thomson, Bright Sheng, and Arnold Schoenberg are considered masterpieces that illustrate the enduring influence of Brahms's music.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Helzberg Hall, Kauffman Center for Performing Arts, Kansas City, Missouri, between May 31 and June 10, 2019.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Brahms's music is deeply rooted in the structures and compositional techniques of Classical masters, yet it also contains deeply Romantic motifs.
Composer Biography
Johannes Brahms, a pivotal figure in the Romantic era, was born in Hamburg, Germany, and spent much of his professional life in Vienna.
Recording & Production
Reference Recordings, the label for this album, aims to make the listening experience 'The Best Seat in the House' by focusing on sound quality.
Recording & Production
Keith O. Johnson, the chief engineer for Reference Recordings, is a GRAMMY® Award-winning audio legend who designed and patented many innovative products.
Performer Biography
Michael Stern, the music director of the Kansas City Symphony, has led orchestras throughout Europe and Asia, including the Budapest and Vienna radio symphonies.
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