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Contents: [Deutsche Grammophon 125th Anniversary Commemorative Edition] [Encore Press] [UHQCD Specification] [Green Color Label Coat] [First Limited Edition] Mahler's last completed symphony, No. 9, is permeated with a pessimistic mood throughout, a "farewell song" imbued with resignation and a premonition of death. Bernstein delivered two transcendent performances of this work during his tours of Japan, and also left behind a memorable, once-in-a-lifetime performance with the Berlin Philharmonic, making it a very important work when discussing Bernstein's Mahler. This disc from his second complete set can be said to be the most accomplished performance of No. 9. Media Reviews and More Mahler's last completed symphony, No. 9, is permeated with a pessimistic mood throughout, a "farewell song" imbued with resignation and a premonition of death. Bernstein delivered two absolutely sublime performances of this work during his tours of Japan, and his one-time, unforgettable performance with the Berlin Philharmonic also remains, making it a very important work when discussing Bernstein's Mahler. This recording from his second complete set can be said to be the most accomplished of the Ninth Symphony. (C)RS
