The Austrian Radio Symphony Orchestra, widely known as ORF Radio-Symphonieorchester Wien, is the premier symphony orchestra of Austria's public radio broadcaster, ORF. Founded in 1969, it has become a staple in both the Austro-German classical music tradition and contemporary works, ensuring a rich and varied repertoire. Based in Vienna, the orchestra performs at various venues, including the renowned Wiener Konzerthaus and Musikverein, and strives to reach a broad audience through its broadcast performances. Under the helm of illustrious conductors such as Milan Horvat, its first chief conductor, and subsequent maestros including Bertrand de Billy and Cornelius Meister, the orchestra has achieved a high level of artistic acclaim both domestically and internationally.

Their recent releases showcase their versatility and commitment to a diverse range of composers and musical eras. From the haunting and contemplative compositions of Szymanowski and Penderecki featured in "Szymanowski: Stabat Mater, Op. 53 & Penderecki: Dies Irae," through to their renditions of Ravel and Debussy's impressionistic masterpieces in the “Blue Edition - Ravel & Debussy” and “Green Edition - Debussy & Ravel” series, the Austrian Radio Symphony Orchestra demonstrates their finesse with both the lushness of Romanticism and the nuance of Impressionism. The ensemble's proficiency in classical as well as romantic symphonies is further exhibited in their interpretations of Haydn's works, which stand as a testament to their mastery of the classical canon. Their dedication to the craft is also shown in their explorations of Slavic music with the “Slavonic Dances Op. 46 * the Bartered Bride” compilation. Each release captures the orchestra's dedication to presenting music with precision, depth, and emotion, thereby underlining its status as a veritable institution of Austrian musical culture.

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Radio Symphony

Latest Release

Szymanowski: Stabat Mater, Op. 53 & Penderecki: Dies Irae

Michael Gielen•

Austrian Radio Symphony Orchestra

Album - 10 Tracks - Released September 2, 2022