Strauss, Alpensymphonie (An Alpine Symphony) op.64 (Kent Nagano Conducts Classical Masterpieces)

Synopsis

Six great composers, six landmark symphonies, a top orchestra and its star conductor Kent Nagano – these are the components of an extraordinary classical-music television event. Shot in High Definition, it takes a bold and innovative approach to the recording of classical music. Boom and tracking shots, quick cuts, remote-controlled cameras – stylistic means previously used chiefly for pop music recordings give the programs an up-to-the-minute look and feel. A team of more than 30 specialists makes sure that viewers enjoy a truly cinematic experience.

Additional Info

• No: A055119320004
• Composer: Richard Strauss
• Conductor: Kent Nagano
• Orchestra: Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Production year: 2005
• Run time: 00:42:00
• Director: Oliver Becker, Ellen Fellmann
• Producers: BFMI for Deutsche Welle in co-production with UNITEL and CLASSICA