Karajan / Berlin Philharmonic Last Concert 1988: Mozart & Brahms Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of His Birth - Karajan's Last Japan Tour, World's First CD Release! A hidden treasure befitting the 100th anniversary of his birth has been discovered! This release features live recordings from the Tokyo concert in May 1988, which was Karajan's last visit to Japan, specifically the performance on May 5th at Suntory Hall. Karajan's signature piece, Brahms' Symphony No. 1, is a performance that will remain in history, with the surging strings of the Berlin Philharmonic resonating. This was Karajan's final performance at Suntory Hall, a venue he himself helped design. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of his birth, the original recording tapes have been remastered with the latest technology in Hanover, resulting in the highest sound quality for this special release. This memorable performance, etched in people's memories, will once again move us with its profound impact after 20 years. (Universal Music) - Mozart: Symphony No. 39 in E-flat major, K. 543 - Brahms: Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 68 Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra Herbert von Karajan (Conductor) Live recording at Suntory Hall, May 5, 1988 Case defect #Herbert von Karajan #CD/DVD