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Osmo Vanska / Minnesota Orchestra

Description:

The Minnesota Orchestra, led by Osmo Vnsk, presents its second Mahler release: Symphony No. 6. This performance showcases Vnsks signature precision in its meticulous structure and breathtaking execution, with attention paid to every detail, resulting in a delicate and meticulous musical interpretation. This highly anticipated recording marks the pinnacle of Vanskas career, having left a legacy of numerous recordings on the BIS label. Given his track record of releasing many acclaimed albumsincluding works by Beethoven and Sibeliusexpectations for this release are exceptionally high. Vanska, who became music director of the Minnesota Orchestra in 2003, earned acclaim for projects such as his complete Beethoven symphony cycle. However, labor-management conflicts within the orchestra intensified due to financial difficulties, and in October 2012, management implemented a locko