Classical Discoveries

Capriccio Records | Classical Music Podcast

Who needs another Podcast?! Johannes Kernmayer asks and talk about with Journalist Jens F. Laurson about the reasonableness of another Classical Music Podcast. Well, again Capriccio would like to fill the gaps and presents Classical Rarities and their Composers that other ones kept neglecting. Discover high-quality classical music on Capriccio Records! #classical #classicalmusic

  1. 6일 전

    Podcast #12: EASTER CLASSICS beyond J. S. Bach

    Easter marks the high point of the Christian year, and some of the greatest works in classical music were written for this feast. While today’s concert programs often revolve around Bach, Jens and Joe, in their latest podcast, explore other Easter-themed gems — from the Renaissance to the 19th century. 0:20   Introduction1:10   The Bulk of Compositions3:00   Anton Schweitzer – The Resurrection of Christ (1776)6:48   Copy/Paste – how scripts survived7:53   La Passione – the libretto by Pietro Metastasio9:50   Antonio Salieri – La Passione (1776)11:52   Josef Mysliveček – La Passione (c. 1770)14:05   Alessandro Scarlatti – La Colpa, Il Pentimento, La Grazia (1708)16:50   Claudio Monteverdi – Vespers for the Feast of the Ascension (c. 1620)20:02   Jan Dismas Zelenka – Gesu al Calvario (1735)21:53   The Kyiv Archive – Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach23:09   C. P. E. Bach – St. John Passion (1772)24:28   Telemann and the Hamburg Bach25:31   Georg Philipp Telemann – The Resurrection and Ascension of Jesus (1760)27:13   20th-Century Passion Music28:16   Joe’s Short Version of Parsifal29:05   Conclusion Featured Recordings C5425  Anton Schweitzer: The Resurrection of ChristBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5425!Podcast C60100  Antonio Salieri: La Passione di Nostro Signore Jesu CristoBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C60100!Podcast C71025–26  Josef Mysliveček: La Passione di Nostro Signore Jesu CristoBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C7102526!Podcast C10411–12  Alessandro Scarlatti: La Colpa, Il Pentimento, La GraziaBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C1041112!Podcast C10521  Claudio Monteverdi: Vespers for the Feast of the AscensionBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C10521!Podcast C10887–88  Jan Dismas Zelenka: Gesu al CalvarioBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C1088788!Podcast C60103  C. P. E. Bach: St. John PassionBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C60103!Podcast C60113  C. P. E. Bach: St. Matthew PassionBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C60113!Podcast C60132  C. P. E. Bach: St. Mark PassionBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C60132!Podcast C10596  Telemann: The Resurrection and Ascension of JesusBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C10596!Podcast Recommended Persons Thüringer Bach Collegium — https://www.bachland.de/en/ Christoph Spering — YouTube Channel Howard Arman — Biography on Naxos Michael Schneider — Biography on Naxos La Stagione — https://www.lastagione.de/ Hermann Max — Biography on Naxos Rheinische Kantorei — Ensemble on Naxos Sing-Akademie zu Berlin — https://www.sing-akademie.de/ Antonio Salieri - Georg Philipp Telemann - Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach - Pietro Metastasio - Josef Mysliveček - Claudio Monteverdi - Alessandro Scarlatti - Jan Dismas Zelenka - Arvo Pärt - Dan Tun - Edward Elgar - Herbert von Karajan With:Jens F. Laurson (Journalist) and Johannes Kernmayer (Producer) Follow Capriccio Records► YouTube Channel► Facebook: facebook.com/capricciorecords/► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capricciorec/► Twitter: https://twitter.com/CapriccioRec► Learn more: http://capriccio.at/ ChaptersFeatured RecordingsFeatured ArtistsRecommended Persons

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  2. 5월 8일

    Podcast #11: FRANZ SCHMIDT - beyond the "Seven Seals"

    Franz Schmidt may not be the most neglected composer among the grand romantics of the 20th century, but the gap between the greatness of his music and its absence from concert halls is staggering. Together with conductor Jonathan Berman, who recently recorded Schmidt’s four symphonies with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Jens and Joe explore the Schmidt phenomenon and the enduring appeal of his music. Chapters0:20 Introduction1:20 Special Guest: Jonathan Berman2:24 The Symphonies Project7:47 Karajan vs. Schmidt9:04 "Intermezzo" – The One-Shot Hit10:40 Notre Dame14:24 Fantasia for Piano and Orchestra16:17 Variations on a Hussar's Song18:16 Nothing Like Bruckner20:03 Franz Schmidt – Discography21:36 Biographical Shadows25:00 Conclusion Featured RecordingsC10248–49 – Franz Schmidt: Notre Dame C5274 – Franz Schmidt: Orchestral WorksBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5274!Podcast C67093 – Franz Schmidt: Organ Works C5526 – Franz Schmidt: Piano WorksBUY/STREAM: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5526!Podcast Featured ArtistsJonathan Berman: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanbermanconductor/Jasminka Stančul: https://www.instagram.com/jasminkastancul/?hl=enDeutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz: https://www.staatsphilharmonie.de/de/Alexander RumpfDeutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin: https://www.dso-berlin.de/de/Christof Prick: http://www.christof-prick.de/ Recommended PersonsAnton BrucknerRichard WagnerGustav MahlerHerbert von KarajanDimitri Mitropoulos With Jens F. Laurson (Journalist) and Johannes Kernmayer (Producer) ► Subscribe to Capriccio YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CapriccioRecords► FACEBOOK Page: facebook.com/capricciorecords/► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/capricciorec/► TWITTER: https://twitter.com/CapriccioRec► Learn more about Capriccio: http://capriccio.at/

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  3. 4월 24일

    Podcast #09: NINO ROTA - beyond The Godfather

    Explore the life and works of Nino Rota, the Italian composer celebrated for both his iconic film scores and his classical music. Discover his collaborations with legendary directors, his opera The Florentine Straw Hat, and his distinctive gift for blending nostalgia, optimism, and humor in his music. Chapters0:20 Introduction1:02 Biographical Facts1:58 Italian Hollywood4:05 Rota and Opera9:14 Rota vs. Rózsa10:44 Concerto for Strings12:53 Harp Concerto13:59 The Orchestra Rehearsal15:40 Listen to Nino Rota!16:26 Conclusion16:50 Il Gattopardo Featured Recordings C5466 – Nino Rota: The Florentine Straw HatListen now: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5466ID C5494 – Nino Rota: Concert MusicListen now: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5494ID C5246 – Nino Rota: Il GattopardoListen now: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5246ID Featured ArtistsTetiana Miyus: https://tetianamiyus.com/Piotr Buszewski: https://www.instagram.com/piotrbuszewskiDaniele Squeo: https://www.danielesqueo.com/home/Opera Graz: https://oper-graz.buehnen-graz.com/WDR Funkhausorchester: https://www1.wdr.de/orchester-und-chor/funkhausorchester/index.htmlFelix Bender: https://www.felixbender.com/homeEsther Peristerakis: https://www.instagram.com/esther.peristerakis/ Recommended PersonsMiklós RózsaFederico FelliniLuchino Visconti With Jens F. Laurson (Journalist) and Johannes Kernmayer (Producer) ► Subscribe to Capriccio YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CapriccioRecords► FACEBOOK Page: facebook.com/capricciorecords/► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/capricciorec/► TWITTER: https://twitter.com/CapriccioRec► Learn more about Capriccio: http://capriccio.at/

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  4. 4월 17일

    Podcast #08: KARL WEIGL - Viennese Glory and American Obscurity

    Discover Karl Weigl, the forgotten Viennese composer who carried Romanticism into the 20th century. Join Jens and Joe on Classical Discoveries as they explore Weigl’s life, legacy, and remarkable output, including symphonies and string quartets. Learn about his early career under Mahler, his “Mahler without the neurosis” style, his struggles as an émigré in the United States, and the rediscovery of his music. Featuring insights from his grandson and excerpts from works such as the Left-Hand Piano Concerto and Third Symphony, this episode asks why Weigl deserves a place in the modern repertoire. Subscribe for more hidden classical gems. #KarlWeigl #ClassicalMusic #Podcast #VienneseMusic #Composer Chapters00:20 Introduction00:56 Surprised by Beauty02:38 His Grandson’s Memories05:33 Viennese Glory08:22 The Left-Hand Piano Concerto10:09 Schoenberg Cycle Vienna11:50 The Symphonies13:27 American Obscurity16:12 Some Chamber Music17:32 Conclusion Featured RecordingsC5232 – Weigl: Piano and Violin ConcertosC5365 – Weigl: Symphony No. 1C5385 – Weigl: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 6C5318 – Weigl: Chamber Music Featured ArtistsFlorian KrumpöckDavid FrühwirthJürgen BrunsDeutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz Recommended PersonsArnold SchoenbergAlexander ZemlinskyFranz SchmidtErich KorngoldErich ZeiselHanns EislerHans GálGustav MahlerWilhelm FurtwänglerLeopold Stokowski With Jens F. Laurson (Journalist) and Johannes Kernmayer (Producer) ► Subscribe to Capriccio YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CapriccioRecords► FACEBOOK Page: facebook.com/capricciorecords/► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/capricciorec/► TWITTER: https://twitter.com/CapriccioRec► Learn more about Capriccio: http://capriccio.at/

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  5. 4월 10일

    Podcast #07: CHRISTMAS CLASSICS beyond Bach

    Classical Discoveries: A Festive Journey Beyond Bach Join Jens and Joe for a delightful exploration of Christmas music that goes far beyond Bach! Discover hidden gems like Pfitzner’s Christelflein, Rheinberger’s Star of Bethlehem, and Cartellieri’s Christmas Oratorio. Journey from Renaissance masterpieces to Romantic treasures, with music by Mendelssohn, Saint-Saëns, and even Sibelius. Enjoy surprises such as Schoenberg’s Christmas Music and Pablo Casals’ El pesebre, plus the enchanting sounds of Russian Orthodox Christmas traditions. Jens and Joe share personal stories from their own performances and recordings, adding warmth and insight to the festive atmosphere. Whether you’re a lifelong classical enthusiast or looking for fresh additions to your holiday playlist, this episode unwraps new Christmas classics and cherished favorites—with a charming attempt at Silent Night! Chapters00:21 Introduction02:05 No Favorite Song03:02 Heinrich Schütz – Christmas History04:34 A Season for Boys’ Choirs06:46 Rheinberger – The Star of Bethlehem11:09 Cartellieri – Christmas Oratorio13:09 Mendelssohn – Vom Himmel hoch15:09 Jens’ Christmas Favorites16:52 100 Christmas Classics18:40 Assisi Christmas Cantatas21:07 Jean Sibelius – Op. 122:36 Christmas Emotions24:30 Orthodox Christmas27:44 A Silent Night Finale Featured Albums💿 Capriccio C10508 – Schütz / Schelle: Christmas Histories💿 Capriccio C10594 – Christmas with the Vienna Boys’ Choir💿 Orfeo C230082 – Pfitzner: Das Christ-Elflein💿 Capriccio C10551 – Rheinberger: The Star of Bethlehem💿 Capriccio C10337 – Rheinberger: Organ Suite💿 Capriccio C71015 – Cartellieri: Christmas Oratorio💿 Capriccio C10216 – Saint-Saëns / Mendelssohn💿 Capriccio C7331 – 100 Christmas Classics💿 Capriccio C3032 – Assisi Christmas Cantatas💿 Capriccio C3031 – Scandinavian Christmas💿 Capriccio C3033 – Orthodox Christmas 💿 Capriccio C3030 – Christmas in the Austrian Alps With: Jens F. Laurson (Journalist) and Johannes Kernmayer (Producer)#christmas #classicalchristmas #choral #sacredmusic #traditionalmusic #scandinavianmusic #orthodoxmusic 🎧 Subscribe & Follow:YouTube – Capriccio RecordsFacebook – Capriccio RecordsInstagram – @capricciorecTwitter – @CapriccioRecLearn more at capriccio.at

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  6. 4월 3일

    Podcast #10: CHRISTIAN SINDING - The German Norwegian Composer

    Discover the life and works of Christian Sinding, the Norwegian composer who spent most of his career in Germany. Explore his symphonies, his place in late Romantic music, and why he is so often overshadowed by his contemporary Edvard Grieg. Chapters0:20 Introduction1:24 Norwegian One-Hit Wonder3:00 The Symphonies – Recording Impressions7:19 Essentially German Music?8:11 Biographical Facts9:00 Symphony No. 1 – To Conquer the World10:21 Grieg vs. Sinding11:29 Symphony No. 4 – Frost and Spring14:43 Biographical Facts15:24 Sinding To-Do List16:47 Conclusion Featured Recordings Capriccio C5540 – Christian Sinding: The Symphonies 1–4Listen now: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5540ID Naxos 8.557266 – Sibelius / Sinding Violin ConcertosListen now: https://Naxos.lnk.to/8557266ID Featured ArtistsKarl-Heinz Steffens: https://www.instagram.com/karlheinzsteffens/Norrköping Symphony Orchestra: https://www.norrkopingssymfoniorkester.se/english Recommended PersonsEdvard GriegJean SibeliusRichard WagnerFelix WeingartnerArthur Nikisch With Jens F. Laurson (Journalist) and Johannes Kernmayer (Producer) #Capriccio #Capricciorecords #Podcast #ChristianSinding #ClassicalMusic #NorwegianComposer #Symphonies #LateRomantic #EdvardGrieg #Leipzig #NordicMusic #ForgottenComposers #MusicHistory #ClassicalDiscoveries ► Subscribe to Capriccio YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CapriccioRecords► FACEBOOK Page: facebook.com/capricciorecords/► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/capricciorec/► TWITTER: https://twitter.com/CapriccioRec► Learn more about Capriccio: http://capriccio.at/

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  7. 4월 3일

    Podcast #06: MIKLÓS RÓZSA – beyond Ben Hur #classicaldiscoveries #podcast

    In this episode, we explore the fascinating life and work of composer Miklós Rózsa, focusing on his “double life” balancing film scoring and concert hall composition. Initially resistant to working in film, Rózsa went on to achieve great success in Hollywood, winning three Academy Awards for his scores to Ben-Hur, Spellbound, and A Double Life. The hosts discuss Rózsa’s autobiography and his complex relationship with the world of film, contrasting his views with those of composers like Shostakovich, who seemed less troubled by such artistic boundaries. They delve into how Rózsa used his film work to fund his concert compositions, negotiating unique contracts that allowed him summers in Italy to focus on “serious” music. You’ll hear excerpts from several of Rózsa’s concert works—including the energetic Overture to a Symphony Concert, the lyrical Hungarian Serenade, and the expressive Sinfonia concertante—and learn about his collaborations with legendary figures like Leonard Bernstein, Bruno Walter, Jascha Heifetz, and János Starker. Throughout, the hosts challenge long-standing biases against film composers and celebrate Rózsa’s contributions to both classical and cinematic music. Chapters0:21 Introduction1:24 A Double Life4:55 A Serious Classical Composer7:55 Overture Op. 26a – The Recording Session9:53 A Different Style?10:55 The Film Career12:01 Hungarian Serenade Op. 2514:42 Sinfonia concertante Op. 29 (Preview)17:08 Conclusion 💿 Featured Recording 💿 RÓZSA, M.: Overture to a Symphony Concert / Hungarian Serenade / TripartitaLabel: Capriccio C5514🎧 Listen now: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5514!Podcast Hosts: Jens F. Laurson (Journalist) & Johannes Kernmayer (Producer) Follow Capriccio:► YouTube► Facebook► Instagram► Twitter► Website #capriccio #podcast #MiklósRózsa #FilmComposer #ClassicalMusic #MovieScores #BenHur #Spellbound #ADoubleLife #Composer #HollywoodComposer #HungarianComposer #FilmMusic #Soundtrack #ClassicalMusicPodcast #MusicHistory #20thCenturyMusic #PodcastRecommendation #MusicLover #NewMusic

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  8. 3월 27일

    Podcast #05: THE PROGRAM DIRECTORS - How to keep Audiences away from Concert Halls

    In this episode of Classical Discoveries, we welcome Dr. Christoph Becher — former dramaturg and general director — to unpack the art and challenges of curating a concert season. Dr. Becher outlines the three-pronged approach involving the orchestra chief, guest conductor, and presenter, each bringing distinct goals and perspectives. The discussion explores how radio symphony orchestras balance their mission to promote contemporary music with the need to attract audiences. Dr. Becher shares engaging anecdotes from his career — from championing Henze’s Raft of the Medusa to navigating hesitant presenters — while reflecting on audience resistance to modern and even some romantic composers like Dohnányi. The hosts also discuss Dr. Becher’s upcoming book on Schoenberg, designed to make the composer’s music more accessible, alongside his innovative programming work at leading institutions. Highlights include his Hamburg concert series featuring surprise modern pieces and collaborations on major performances such as Dvořák’s The Spectre’s Bride. Chapters0:21 Introduction1:06 Introducing our Guest – Christoph Becher1:50 How to Prepare a Seasonal Concert Program5:12 A Mission for Non-Standard Repertoire13:19 Ideas Out of the Bathtub14:43 The Schoenberg Problem19:32 The Schoenberg Book22:32 The Role of a Program Director27:40 Recordings with the ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra29:29 Conclusion 💿 Featured Recordings 💿 Hans Werner Henze: Floß der Medusa — Capriccio C5482🎧 Listen: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5482!Podcast Ernst von Dohnányi: The Veil of Pierrette — Capriccio C5388🎧 Listen: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5388!Podcast Antonín Dvořák: The Spectre’s Bride — Capriccio C5315🎧 Listen: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5315!Podcast Kurt Weill: Propheten — Capriccio C5500🎧 Listen: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5500!Podcast Dohnányi / Weiner — Capriccio C5380🎧 Listen: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5380!Podcast Zemlinsky: Sinfonietta — Capriccio C5377🎧 Listen: https://Naxos.lnk.to/C5377!Podcast Hosts: Jens F. Laurson (Journalist), Johannes Kernmayer (Producer), and Dr. Christoph Becher (Program Director) Follow Capriccio:► YouTube► Facebook► Instagram► Twitter► Website #classicalmusic #contemporarymusic #contemporaryclassical #musicmanagement #sponsorship #classicaldiscoveries #arnoldschoenberg

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Who needs another Podcast?! Johannes Kernmayer asks and talk about with Journalist Jens F. Laurson about the reasonableness of another Classical Music Podcast. Well, again Capriccio would like to fill the gaps and presents Classical Rarities and their Composers that other ones kept neglecting. Discover high-quality classical music on Capriccio Records! #classical #classicalmusic