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Review title: No more stars to give
Product review: I have only just discovered this recording and am stunned by the quality of the playing.OK the recording is slightly marred by the shuffling and coughing of a live performance but what magnificent playing.Having read the earlier reviews I was expecting the Beethoven to be a dirge and bought the CD as a 'homage' to Lenny, but I think it is probably one of the most intense recordings of Beethoven's 7th I have heard - full of tension and vitality.Don't be fooled, despite his physical frailty this Beethoven is inspired both in terms of conducting and instrumental playing. The orchestra knew this was Lenny's final appearance at Tanglewood and absolutely played their socks off - and Lenny knew exactly what he was doing with the slower tempos. There are so many phrases that leap out a bring new light and shade.The Britten is wonderful to - but the Beethoven recording should be heard by everyone (at least once).
