Brahms at 25

Day 7 – Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor

This morning, I’m listening to Daniel Barenboim – who’s known more for conducting these days than for his piano virtuosity – perform Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor. The conductor is Sir John Barbirolli (1899-1970). The orchestra is the New Philharmonia Orchestra. I probably listened to this CD 7-8 times today as I … [Read more…]

Day 5 – Serenade No. 1 in D (Bongartz)

This morning, I’m listening to an older recording (perhaps 1962, if the year on the back of the CD sleeve refers to when this was recorded). The conductor is Heinz Bongartz (1894-1978). The orchestra is Dresdner Philharmonie (1870 – ). The musical work is Brahms’ Serenade No. 1 in D, Op. 11. It was composed … [Read more…]