Gernot Schulz, the conductor, began his career as a percussionist with the Berliner Philharmoniker and was an assistant to Leonard Bernstein and Sir Georg Solti.
Recording & Production
The 'Castle Concerts' series aims to capture the unique atmosphere of live performances by recording them directly in 2-Track Stereo digital.
Historical Context
The Church of the Bad Homburg Castle, where this album was recorded, dates back to the 17th century and was restored in the 1980s.
Performer Biography
The Mainz Chamber Orchestra was founded in 1955 by Prof. Dr. Günter Kehr, who led it until his death in 1989.
Recording & Production
This album is a recording of a concert that took place on April 7th, 2013.
Performer Biography
The musicians of the Mainz Chamber Orchestra are typically members of chamber music associations, not full-time symphony orchestra members, which fosters a collaborative rehearsal style.
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