Bernstein/Beethoven (1982– )

A mini-series showcasing complete performances of all nine Beethoven symphonies, as well as the complete "Missa Solemnis", a string quartet arranged for the full string section of the Vienna Philharmonic, and several of Beethoven's overtures.

Stars:

Leonard Bernstein, The Chorus of Radio Hilversum, René Kollo

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 1 win.

Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Leonard Bernstein	...	Himself (conductor) (1 episode, 1982)
The Chorus of Radio Hilversum	...	Themselves (1 episode, 1982)
René Kollo	...	Himself (tenor) (1 episode, 1982)
Kurt Moll	...	Himself (bass) (1 episode, 1982)
Edda Moser	...	Herself (soprano) (1 episode, 1982)
The Concertgebouw Orchestra	...	Themselves (1 episode, 1982)
Hanna Schwarz	...	Herself (mezzo-soprano) (1 episode, 1982)

Storyline

A mini-series showcasing complete performances of all nine Beethoven symphonies, as well as the complete "Missa Solemnis", a string quartet arranged for the full string section of the Vienna Philharmonic, and several of Beethoven's overtures.

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Plot Keywords:

tv mini series | classical music | concert film

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Genres:

Documentary | Music

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Details

Country:

Austria West Germany USA

Language:

English German

Release Date:

25 January 1982 (USA)

Also Known As:

Wege zu Beethoven

Company Credits

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min 60 min (11 episodes) 90 min (Beethoven's Ninth) (Missa Solemnis)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

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