Kegel: Shostakovich — Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43

Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 4 in C minor, Op. 43 with Herbert Kegel and the MDR Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra.

Recordings

Kegel emphasizes formal coherence, rhythmic precision and transparency within the score’s complex orchestral masses.

The performance is entrusted to the MDR Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra.

The vast three-movement score combines strong expressive contrasts with highly complex orchestral writing.

Tracklist

01 — I. Allegretto poco moderato – Presto
02 — II. Moderato con moto
03 — III. Largo – Allegro

Credits

Composer: Dmitri Shostakovich
Conductor: Herbert Kegel
Orchestra: MDR Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra
Format: File PCM 44.1kHz • 16bit — CD Resolution
Edition: Capsa Symphōnĭa — CS595

Available formats

File PCM 44.1kHz • 16bit — CD Resolution

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