Ludwig van Beethoven - Symphonies Nos. 2 & 7 - Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa(2017)

Ludwig van Beethoven

Seiji Ozawa conducts the Saito Kinen Orchestra in performances of Beethoven's Symphonies Nos. 2 and 7, captured as the maestro celebrated his 80th birthday. The program showcases Ozawa's interpretations of these landmark works, paired with bonus footage from the Celebrating Seiji at 80! Gala Concert. That concert features pianist Martha Argerich performing Beethoven's Choral Fantasy. This release documents a significant milestone in the career of one of classical music's most respected conductors, offering both the symphonic centerpieces and the special commemorative performance in a single collection.