① Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95 "From the New World" ② Schubert: Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, D. 485 Conductor: Otto Klemperer Philharmonia Orchestra Recording: 1963 Stereo "Klemperer's New World" is famous as a unique and acclaimed performance, highly praised by Mr. Kofuku Uno. It is truly unique, and its appeal is top-class. Music Critic: Mr. Kofuku Uno "The performance is so clumsy it feels German, but the excitement it generates makes his artistry unparalleled. One is surprised by the weak timpani from the introduction of the first movement. It's not just weak; he uses the softest mallets to produce a dark tone. One might say that's not in the folk Dvořák, but for Klemperer, the ethnic color of this piece is of no interest, and he is merely conducting it as a pure symphony. Therefore, the grand scale surpasses even Kertész, and it is austere and severe. The woodwinds always have their say, which is Klemperer's usual way. The repetition of the exposition is disappointing with other conductors, but in Klemperer's case, it's the opposite; it's pleasing. In other words, it's not the repetition that's bad, but if the result is good, anything goes. In the second movement, it seems like a free-for-all, but from the middle section, a poignant feeling is conveyed. The grandeur of the scherzo is Klemperer's forte. The brilliance of all the instruments standing out is remarkable, and especially the horn and low strings in the main section, which are heard so clearly, are unparalleled in other performances. Klemperer's tempo is slow in the scherzo, but the finale is also a very deliberate pace, and above all, it is clear and grand. In his case, this characteristic tends to create a rough impression, but in "New World," he constantly maintains a meticulous and sharp color, even showing a fluctuation of emotion." Schubert's No. 5 is also a symphonic creation befitting a master. From the first movement, which rushes forward with all its might and energy, the heart races. A fulfilling performance to the end. Also, the way the master brings out the woodwinds is beautiful. Import [Out of Print] Disc surface has minor scratches, but plays without issue. *Bulk purchase discount available (please comment beforehand) 150 yen off each additional item 150 yen off all items for 10 or more items (Please refrain from discounts on single purchases)