Takashi Asahina - Bruckner: Symphony No.7 (1978) [2025]

The complete first recording! May 5, 1978 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra Special Concert Bruckner:Symphony No.7 by Takashi Asahina! Liner notes are written by Eiri Takahara! The complete first performance. The master's masterpiece from the 1970s, when he was full of energy and stamina. The tempo is earlier than in later years, and above all, the vitality is remarkable. The Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra and the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra first performed together in 1976. The Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra and the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra first collaborated in 1976, and they enjoyed a close relationship for a long time, with the annual guest appearances in his later years receiving rave reviews and full houses each time. It should be noted that the recording has liner notes by Eiri Takahara, a Bruckner fanatic writer known for his books "The Moody Princess and the Bruckner Troupe" and "Bruckner Tales," which will be a coveted item for Takahara fans as well. This is a reissue from open tape by legendary engineer Shunichi Kusayanagi, who was involved in the recording at the time. In addition to the superb sound quality, Mr. Kusayanagi was also in charge of the mastering. Tobu Shoji Co.

Tracks:

Anton Bruckner:
Symphony No. 7 in E Major, WAB 107 (ed. R. Haas)

Personnel:

Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra
Conducted by Takashi Asahina

Recorded: May 5, 1978, Tokyo Bunka Kaikan