Mahler Symphony No. 9 - Kiril Kondrashin - Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra

Unexpected Mahler performance.

I was not interested in this recording since I like Mahler recordings by L. Bernstein and many Russian recordings have poor quality. That is not true with this recording: give it a try and you will never regret.

Kondrashin's Mahler 9

Kondrashin's Mahler cycle is a hugely important chapter of the history of Twentieth-Century Mahler performance, and this 9th is well worth acquiring, even though it is unlikely to be a first choice for many. It is a brisk and bracing performance, and the sound is less problematic than previous releases.

Under the radar

A vintage truly wonderful performance by a Russian conductor and orchestra.