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• Barbirolli’s recordings of Mahler symphonies are now regarded as landmark performances, on top of the Mahlerian discography. This fifth symphony, the last recording Barbirolli devoted to Mahler, is an essential testimony of the conductor’s art. It is accompanied by the Rckert-Lieder sung by Janet Baker, a perfect example of the two artists’ perfect mutual understanding in Mahler’s vocal music. This landmark recording is released on LP with the fine HD remastering made for the Barbirolli Complete Warner Edition.

  Although critics initially praised Barbirolli’s recordings of Mahler symphonies were initially viewed with caution, they are now considered landmark performances that stand at the forefront of the the forefront of the Mahler discography.

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