Magnificent
Taught, magnificent, controlled, exemplary. One of the best Mahler 2's out there. Download it without fear.
MAHLER, G.: Symphony No. 2, "Resurrection" (Persson, Stotijn, Chicago Symphony Chorus and Orchestra, Haitink)
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One of the Best Mahler 2 Peformances!
My favourite prior to this one used to be the Rattle-CBSO one (EMI). But from now on, this may be the more preferable one when it comes to Mahler's towering Resurrection symphony. Haitink is truly brilliant in expressing every minute details of this music in a consistent, stable, solid, and beautiful way. His tempo, rhythm, and timing seems meticulous. From the beginning to an end, Haitink commands a full control on this music - from pianissimo to fortissimo. Whenever the music exploded like a volcanic eruption, I couldn't help feeling goosebumped, particularly throughout the glorious finale. CSO's muscular rendering of Mahler in this recording was admirable. All in all, it definitely is another fine addition to already crowded Mahler's Second Symphony recordings.
