Karajan / Vienn Philharmonic Orch | Holst: the Planets | Vinyl

Recorded at Vienna’s Sofiensaal in September 1961, this reading of Holst’s seven-movement suite The Planets is one of the most admired early stereo recordings of the work, prized for the Vienna Philharmonic’s rich string and brass color under Karajan’s direction. Holst composed the suite between 1914 and 1916, with each of the seven movements portraying the astrological character associated with a planet, from the martial aggression of “Mars” to the serene mysticism of “Neptune.” The piece remains a cornerstone of the 20th-century orchestral repertoire and a favorite showcase for hi-fi and audiophile playback. This Vinyl Passion pressing presents the complete work on 180-gram vinyl for collectors seeking classic Decca-era orchestral sound.

Track List

Side A

1. Mars, the Bringer of War
2. Venus, the Bringer of Peace
3. Mercury, the Winged Messenger
4. Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity

Side B

1. Saturn, the Bringer of Old Age
2. Uranus, the Magician
3. Neptune, the Mystic

Release Details

• UPC: 8719039000272
• Label: VINYL PASSION
• Format: LP Vinyl — 180G
• Genre: Classical
• Release Date: 10/1/2015