Mitropoulos conducts Schumann Symphony No 2 1947

[@alexrigas9788]

This was Mitropoulos favorite Schumann symphony. Let's dedicate this broadcast in his memory since Mitropoulos died exactly 64 years ago at the age of 64 while rehearsing Mahler's 3rd symphony at LaScala in Milano, 2 November 1960.

[@MarchantTapeArchive]

Lovely sentiment - thank you.

[@alexrigas9788]

@MarchantTapeArchive however it is me and us who thank you for your amazing efforts. Really grateful.

[@verdiguy]

Well said, a fitting tribute to a superb symphonic conductor.

[@verdiguy]

A terrific intro to a wonderful performance. I remember the days when radio stations shut down for the day and the test pattern appeared on the television screen from 11:00 pm or Midnight until 6:00 am or so. Mitropoulos has the full measure of Schumann's orchestration in this performance and what can often come across as thick and heavy has a gossamer lightness that is really appealing. Thanks for posting!

[@MarchantTapeArchive]

Don’t forget the playing of the national anthem before the shutdown. Did they do the same in Canada?

[@verdiguy]

@@MarchantTapeArchive They did indeed! I remember the test pattern from those days when I was nine or ten and tried in vain to stay up to watch Hockey Night in Canada! I would wake up to it on many occasions and head to bed.