Credits:

Keitaro Harada

Description:

A Portrait of the Twentieth Century Woven from Two SymphoniesIf I ever have the opportunity in the future to record and release Shostakovichs Fifth Symphony, the only possible pairing would be Akutagawas First Symphonythis has been a dream Ive cherished in my heart for many years. For me, pairing these two works is not merely a whim, but a necessity derived from my own identity and the path I have walked. (From Keitaro Haradas liner notes)This highly anticipated release from the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, led by Keitaro Haradaa conductor at the peak of his popularity who is leading Japans classical music scenefeatures the long-awaited symphonic pairing of Yasushi Akutagawa and Shostakovich. Please enjoy this electrifying live recording, brimming with groove, as the Tokyo Symphony Orchestras sound responds to Haradas vivid baton.Octavia Records