Beethoven Conducted by János Ferencsik – Orchestral Highlights

Описание: János Ferencsik (1907–1984) was one of the most distinguished Hungarian conductors of the 20th century and a highly respected interpreter of Ludwig van Beethoven’s music.

This video presents a carefully curated selection of historic Beethoven recordings conducted by Ferencsik, featuring the Hungarian State Orchestra and outstanding soloists of the era, including the legendary pianist Annie Fischer.

These performances are valued for their clarity, dramatic strength, and deep musical integrity, reflecting Ferencsik’s lifelong dedication to Beethoven’s symphonic and concertante works.

🎼 Programme (with timestamps):

00:00 Beethoven: Egmont Overture, Op. 84
Conductor: János Ferencsik
Hungarian State Orchestra

08:39 Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 – I. Allegro con brio
Conductor: János Ferencsik
Hungarian State Orchestra

16:13 Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92 – II. Allegretto
Conductor: János Ferencsik
Hungarian State Orchestra

25:51 Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93 – II. Allegretto scherzando
Conductor: János Ferencsik
Hungarian State Orchestra

29:57 Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 – IV. Presto – Allegro assai
Soloists: Éva Andor, Márta Szirmay, Sándor Sólyom-Nagy, György Korondi
Budapest Chorus
Hungarian State Orchestra
Conductor: János Ferencsik

53:54 Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37 – III. Rondo
Piano: Annie Fischer
Budapest Symphony Orchestra (Hungarian Radio & Television SO)
Conductor: János Ferencsik

01:03:04 Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 61 – III. Rondo
Violin: György Korondi
Hungarian State Orchestra
Conductor: János Ferencsik

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