Mark Minkowski’s set of Haydn’s
London Symphonies was remarkable for a distinctive, unique take on a set of well-loved, well-respected masterpieces. This set brings him and his orchestra back to the Vienna Konzerthaus for another journey of exploration in the canon of Viennese symphonies. The results are every bit as exciting.
Minkowski’s Haydn set has won many plaudits when it was released, and this Schubert set deserves to do the same. It helps that it appears at mid-price in an attractive clam-shell box with excellent booklet notes. This is, for me, the most successful Schubert set to have appeared since Abbado, and quite possibly a first choice if you want period instruments. Invest and enjoy. © 2013
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