Christoph von Dohnányi, the conductor on this album, has a long-standing relationship with the Philharmonia Orchestra, serving as Principal Conductor for ten years.
Recording & Production
This recording of Schubert's Symphony No. 9 was made live at the Royal Festival Hall in London on October 1, 2015.
Composition History
Schubert's Symphony No. 9, 'Great', was offered to the Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde in Vienna, but they rejected it as too difficult.
Critical Reception
The 'Great C major' symphony's 50-minute length was a major barrier to its acceptance, with orchestral players finding they lacked the stamina to perform it.
Performer Biography
The Philharmonia Orchestra, featured on this recording, performs over 160 concerts annually and records scores for films, CDs, and computer games.
Notable Performances
The symphony received its first performance in Leipzig in 1839, conducted by Mendelssohn, but in a heavily cut version.
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