Holst The Planets


There’s a remarkable sounding 2015 180g DMM audiophile remastered recording that has seemingly flown under the radar is Karajan’s (I believe 1961) version of The Planets with the Vienna Philharmonic. It’s on a label called Vinyl Passion (with a green!! disc.)
von Karajan’s interpretation is certainly among the best and this record does it full justice. To me it compares favorably with the formidable Solti Original Masters recording, and Boult’s excellent EMI release. Highly recommended.

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I got a DSD download of the Karajan/VPO Planets from High Definition Tape Transfer.  I still prefer the Solti/LPO version 

Just got my copy through Ebay - had to pay a little bit more ($33 incl shipping), but totally worth it.  Thanks for the heads-up.

I have never heard a recording of The Planets that wasn't straight up gorgeous. It is a classic piece that seems to speak to everyone. So special! I got to see the CSO perform it earlier this year. A special moment for me. 

 

I'll add MHS 4514 The Scottish National Orchestra conducted by Sir Alexander Gibson. Very nice!

I was at that CSO concert (Saturday night), Daniel Harding conducting (I think).  It was the first time in many years hearing it live.  Always a rejuvenating experience