Blu-Ray:
BRUCKNER 11 – THIELEMANN & WIENER PHILHARMONIKER

On the occasion of the Bruckner bicentenary, the VPO recorded its first ever complete Bruckner cycle with a single conductor, Christian Thielemann.

On the occasion of the Bruckner bicentenary, the Vienna Philharmonic recorded its first ever complete Bruckner cycle with a single conductor, Christian Thielemann. In addition to the well-known canon of nine symphonies, the two earliest Bruckner symphonies in F minor and D minor were also recorded for the first time in the orchestra’s history. This uniquely complete edition from the Musikverein and Salzburg Festival, featuring 11 symphonies also includes extensive conversations with Christian Thielemann about each symphony and insights into his rehearsal work.
“The Vienna Philharmonic pays tribute to the symphonic works of the great Austrian composer Anton Bruckner, whose 200th birthday anniversary will be celebrated in 2024. The Vienna Philharmonic, perhaps more than any other ensemble, can look back on a shared history with Bruckner that was shaped by the composer’s great esteem for the orchestra. The close artistic and personal relationship between Anton Bruckner and the Vienna Philharmonic also contributed to the development of an unmistakable “Brucknerian” sound and style of playing which has had an enduring influence on the composer’s legacy up to the present day.“
Prof. Daniel Froschauer, Chairman of the Wiener Philharmoniker

BONUS: Discovering Bruckner - Christian Thielemann in conversation on each Bruckner Symphony

Original title Bruckner 11: The complete Symphonies - Christian Thielemann & Wiener Philharmoniker
Original series title Concert
Recording location Wiener Musikverein, Salzburg Festival, 2019-2022
Duration 1018 mins (Symphonies: 718 mins / Bonus: 300 mins)
Production Company Unitel, ORF, Wiener Philharmoniker, Salzburg Festival, ZDF/arte, myfidelio, ORF III, 3sat
Composer Anton Bruckner
Orchestra / Band Wiener Philharmoniker
Conductor Christian Thielemann