| Takemitsu, Tōru (1930-1996) | Requiem for string orchestra | |
| Mahler, Gustav (1860-1911) | Sinfonía núm. 9 en re mayor |
| City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra | |
| Kazuki Yamada | Dirección |
Takemitsu’s Requiem and Mahler’s Symphony No.9 were triggered by loss and grief – Takemitsu for his mentor Fumio Hayasak, Mahler for his own daughter. But in the midst of death there is life: despite the solemn circumstances, these works have incredible spirit, even joy at times.
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