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Paavo Jarvi, Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra

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The third installment of Paavo Jrvi and the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestras Bruckner cycle is Bruckners Symphony No. 5, a masterpiece from his middle period. Unusually for a Bruckner work, this symphony was never revised. Its stylewhich makes full use of counterpoint throughout the entire piece to construct a cathedral of soundis often described as Baroque in character, and the precision of the double fugue in the fourth movement is unparalleled. Praised by Vant as Bruckners greatest masterpiece and cherished by die-hard Bruckner conductors such as Celibidache and Takashi Asahina, it has in recent years become one of the most popular of Bruckners symphonies, rivaling the Eighth in popularity. This symphony is often perceived as one that only experienced, veteran Bruckner conductors can perform masterfully; however, Paavo Jrviwho embodies intellect, emotion