Concert Herbert von Karajan conducts two masterpieces by J.S. Bach

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Johann Sebastian Bach, Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042
- 1. Allegro
- 2. Adagio
- 3. Allegro assai
Johann Sebastian Bach, Magnificat in D major, BWV 243

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Herbert von Karajan conducts two masterpieces by J.S. Bach — With Anne-Sophie Mutter Berliner Philharmoniker

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Johann Sebastian Bach is one of the few baroque composers whose works Herbert von Karajan recorded, with the conductor specializing primarily in Classical and Romantic repertoire. This rare footage of the 1984 New Year’s concert features the Berliner Philharmoniker and Karajan in a two-part program. First they perform Bach’s Violin Concerto in E Major with the brilliant Anne-Sophie Mutter as soloist. Then they present Bach's Magnificat in D Major for soloists, choir, and orchestra, a true audience favorite.

Photo: © Siegfried Lauterwasser, Karajan Archive

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The Boss, Herbert von Karajan (1982-1988)

Berliner Philharmoniker

Cast

Anna Tomowa-Sintow | Soprano
Helga Müller-Molinari | Contralto
Francisco Araiza | Tenor
Robert Holl | Bass

Anne-Sophie Mutter | Violinist

RIAS Kammerchor
Uwe Gronostay | Chorus director

Berliner Philharmoniker
Herbert von Karajan | Conductor , Harpsichordist

Program

Johann Sebastian Bach, Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042
- 1. Allegro
- 2. Adagio
- 3. Allegro assai
Johann Sebastian Bach, Magnificat in D major, BWV 243