#Click here for a list of classical CDs listed by Kodo318 Used item. Includes Japanese commentary. No obi (sleeve). From Abbado's first Mahler symphony series, featuring the Chicago Symphony, Vienna Philharmonic, and Berlin Philharmonic, this is the first recording of Symphony No. 1 from 1981. This is a monumental work, the starting point for all of Mahler's sensitive emotions, including the aspirations and anguish of his youth. Abbado interprets the work with rich lyricism, and the Chicago Symphony responds perfectly to Abbado's desired expression, making it a memorable and highly regarded recording (from the publisher's information). Recorded in '81, Mahler's Symphony No. 1 "Titan" by Abbado and the CSO. Performed as the fifth installment of Abbado's Mahler cycle, but not included in the subsequent complete symphony collection. You can enjoy a performance filled with youthful energy (from the CD Journal database). Mahler: Symphony No. 1 in D major "Titan" 01. First Movement: Langsam. Schleppend. Wie ein Naturlaut - Im Anfang sehr gemachlich 02. Second Movement: Kraftig bewegt, doch nicht zu schnell - Trio. Recht gemachlich 03. Third Movement: Feierlich und gemessen, ohne zu schleppen 04. Fourth Movement: Sturmisch bewegt Chicago Symphony Orchestra Claudio Abbado (Conductor) Recording Date: February 1981 Recording Location: Orchestra Hall, Chicago Recording Method: Digital (Session) Publisher: Polydor #Click here for a list of classical CDs listed by Kodo318