Mozart ① Six German Dances, K. 600 ② Serenade No. 7, K. 250 "Haffner Serenade" Conductor: Günter Wand North German Radio Symphony Orchestra (NDR Symphony Orchestra) Recording: 1989 Unrivaled purity and the construction of a refined texture – the true essence of Wand's Mozart. After completing two monumental achievements, the complete symphonies of Brahms and Beethoven, Wand conducted this album in November 1989, which turned out to be his last studio recording. The "Haffner" was a long-time favorite of Wand, along with "Posthorn," and this was a re-recording since his early mono recording with the Gürzenich Orchestra. Its dignified sense of pleasure is unparalleled. The "Six German Dances" also beautifully express the contrasts between each small dance. It is very carefully and meticulously played in Wand's style, and because it continues at a calm tempo, you can rediscover this music at your leisure. It is interesting that the last recording session of the master Wand was Mozart's light and cheerful masterpieces. His sincere conducting, as always, is fundamental, but you can feel from the subtle expressions that he is thoroughly enjoying the numerous lighthearted and elegant works. His hand-picked North German Radio Symphony Orchestra also responded with deep empathy. Wand's performance, as usual, is based on meticulousness based on strict score reading, and he approaches the performance with the attitude of performing a symphony rather than elegance or grace. Therefore, while it is somewhat lacking in the pleasure of the Haffner Serenade, it is unparalleled in its dignity, and even in the unrefined expression at first listen, there is a unique nuance and richness of emotion. Although it is not necessarily a performance that is generally well-received, the depth of meaning inherent in the performance and the depth of the carving are extraordinary, and I would like to highly evaluate it as a wonderful masterpiece that reveals the supreme and purest state of the late master Wand. Even the German Dances are transformed into great works of art when performed by a great conductor like Wand. Indeed, I would like to highly evaluate it as a rare masterpiece that has succeeded in bringing out the true charm of the piece. Early import disc [out of print] No scratches on the disc 15 Original disc *Bulk purchase discounts available (pre-purchase comment required) 150 yen off for each additional item 150 yen off all items for 10 or more items