Beethoven and Tempo: the Miracle of the Metronome
Benjamin Zander Discusses Bruckner's Symphony No. 5
Closing Thoughts: the Ongoing Exploration of a Masterpiece
Extremely Controversial Points & Explanations
I. Allegro Ma Non Troppo, Un Poco Maestoso
II. Scherzo: Molto Allegro - Trio: Presto - Molto Allegro
IV. Finale: Chorus "An Die Freude"
Introduction - Tempo: a Personal Preference
Least Controversial Points: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Movements
More Controversial Points: 1st Movement
Most Controversial Points: the 4th Movement
Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major
The Adagio: What, Exactly, Constitutes a "Slow" Tempo?
The Case of the Ninth: History of Past Performances
The Purpose of This Recording: a Glimpse Through Different Glasses