Miki Yamamoto
Self - Host
Masterpieces Performed by NHK Symphony Orchestra (2019)
I
The NHK Symphony Orchestra has played a leading role in Japan's classical music scene across more than 90 years. It has gained international recognition for performances with renowned conductors and soloists. This program includes Beethoven's Symphony No.6, Sibelius's Symphony No.2, and Brahms's Symphony No.4.
Released May 4, 2019
Episode 48 min
None+
Keywords: tmdb.classical-music, tmdb.symphony-orchestra, tmdb.classical-concert, tmdb.music
Production Companies: NHK, NHK Enterprises
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
S1E1 - Herbert Blomstedt: Beethoven, Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68, “Pastorale”
This symphony is a celebration of nature by Beethoven, who came up with ideas for it while walking in the woods. The impassioned performance was conducted by Herbert Blomstedt, who continues to be active in his 90's. The orchestra has given Blomstedt the title of "Honorary Conductor Laureate" to show respect and love.
May 4, 2019, midnight
S1E2 - Paavo Järvi: Sibelius, Symphony No. 2, Op. 43
This masterpiece by the Finnish composer evokes the grandeur of Scandinavian landscapes. The orchestra's chief conductor Paavo Järvi conducted the performance. The Estonian-born Järvi has received the Sibelius Medal in recognition of his long dedication to the composer's works.
May 5, 2019, midnight
S1E3 - Fabio Luisi: Brahms, Symphony No. 4, Op. 98
Fabio Luisi from Genoa, Italy conducted this performance of the final symphony from Brahms's Romantic period. The fourth movement exudes the composer's melancholy in his final years, invoking a Baroque musical theme. Luisi's direction heightens the intensity.
May 6, 2019, midnight
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Episode Runtime: 48 min.
Season Runtime: 1468 min.
Released: May 4, 2019
Last Air Date: Jan. 4, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR
Rate this show
Add {Movie} to static lists