Salzburg Festival 2020: Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 – Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
About this event
Amidst the challenges of the pandemic, Riccardo Muti conducted a stirring performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony at the Salzburg Festival 2020, accompanied by the Vienna Philharmonic and a stellar quartet of soloists: Asmik Grigorian, Marianne Crebassa, Saimir Pirgu, and Gerald Finley. Muti's interpretation, departing from historical norms, showcased a deep reverence for the symphony's elemental power, emphasizing lush sound and rich orchestration.
Muti's masterful direction imbued the performance with urgency and relevance, shaping each passage with precision and restraint. From the foreboding opening to the triumphant "Ode to Joy," Muti guided the orchestra with a keen sense of narrative arc, drawing out previously unheard nuances and contrasts.
Despite the logistical hurdles posed by the pandemic, the Salzburg Festival staged a full-strength performance, adhering to stringent safety protocols. The audience, hungry for the collective experience of live music, responded with a fervent standing ovation, underscoring the enduring power of Beethoven's masterpiece to transcend adversity and unite audiences in shared joy and celebration.
Repertoire
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D minor op. 125 “Choral”
Duration: approx. 85 minutes.
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