Giovanni Antonini / Kammerorchester Basel | Beethoven: Symphonies Nos. 7 & 8 | CD

Ludwig van Beethoven was a German composer whose work helped reshape orchestral and chamber music. His writing combines expressive melodies with dramatic contrasts, rhythmic development and carefully constructed musical forms, giving performers opportunities for both individual character and ensemble interplay.

Sinfonien 7 & 8 presents Beethoven, L. V. in this CD release. The release brings its material together as a physical programme, with the individual contributions forming the focus of the presentation.

Track List

Disc 1 (CD)

1. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: I. Poco sostenuto - Vivace
2. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. Allegretto
3. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: III. Scherzo - Presto
4. Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: IV. Allegro con brio
5. Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: I. Allegro vivace e con brio
6. Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: II. Allegretto scherzando
7. Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: III. Tempo di minuetto
8. Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93: IV. Allegro vivace