Berliner Philharmoniker & Gustavo Dudamel Perform Bernstein & Mahler

Gustav Mahler described his Fifth Symphony as a "cursed work" that "no one understands". While the extreme variety of expression actually overwhelmed the audience at the time, the symphony enjoys the highest popularity today, especially thanks to its gossamer-like Adagietto movement. Gustavo Dudamel, music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, also conducts Leonard Bernstein’s cheeky occasional piece, Divertimento, which – here in Europe at least – is far too rarely heard. "An acclaimed interpretation that combines control with expression and passion" (Der Tagesspiegel). (Cat. No.: A 055 51194 0000)