Zach Top Dmitri Shostakovich: The Symphonies

Dmitry Shostakovich's Symphonies are arguably the most impressive symphonic cycle of the 20th century - certainly, if you don't count Gustav Mahler. The depth and variety of these 15 Symphonies, so closely tied to Shostakovich's personality and the times he lived in, make it particularly rewarding to listen to different interpretations. Dmitrij Kitajenko's survey, recorded between 2002 and 2004, has found its place among the great cycles, both for its artistic merits and its reference sonics, the wide dynamic range and the impassioned playing of the Gurzenich Orchestra Cologne that the native Leningrad native Dmitrij Kitajenko obtains from his musicians. 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the composer's death. This box set is a physical release only.