Beethoven Cycle – Symphony No. 8

Synopsis

Premiered in Vienna in 1814, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8 is colored by a remarkably joyful atmosphere. Could it have been related to the composer’s recent cure in Teplice (near Prague), where he had become friends with a certain German singer? Composed during the summer just after his Seventh Symphony, the Eighth’s first performance was met with a lukewarm reception. Maestro Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker come together here for a masterful performance.

Additional Info

• No: 8558
• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven
• Conductor: Herbert von Karajan
• Orchestra: Berliner Philharmoniker
• Production year: 1984
• Run time: 00:28:00
• Producers: Telemondial
• Format: HDTV 16:9