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In the Thread: I hate, hate, hate, hate Boston Symphony!
Post Subject: One answer for the BSOPosted by clarkjohnsen on: 11/9/2009
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 Paul S wrote: |
| Could there be such a thing as a "mediocre" 9th? Either it's great, or it sucks. |
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I've heard many plain performances.
| As a point of interest, does anyone know of a great recorded performance of the 9th by BSO from back in its Glory Days? |
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Actually, the Munch ain't bad! Soloists are not shoddy: Giorgio Tozzi, David Poleri, Maureen Forrester, Leontyne Price. The 1958 sound (on vinyl) is exemplary, although a couple later issues exceeded the original shady dogs. Haven't heard a CD.
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