This C Major 2DVD/1Blu-ray disc release of Gustav Mahler’s Symphonies №s 1 + 2 initiates a complete Mahler cycle project with Paavo Järvi conducting the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, an orchestra well-regarded for their Mahler recordings, as witnessed by its highly successful cycle on CD under conductor Eliahu Inbal some thirty years ago. + As an enlivening bonus feature, each symphony in this new cycle will feature an explanatory, in-depth introduction by Mr. Järvi. + “Mahler’s 2nd was given a brilliant interpretation by the Frankfurt Radio Symphony.” (Die Zeit)
