With some self-mockery, Thielemann opens his weblog with flattering and less flattering press quotes, ranging from 'Klangvisionär' to 'Konservative Diva'. The conductor of the Münchner Philharmoniker himself sees himself as a representative of the German-Austrian musical tradition, in the line of Furtwängler and Von Karajan. Thielemann's approach is characterized by controlled management, keeping
… even the most ecstatic outbursts under control. In these concert registrations we also hear why Thielemann is such a good Bruckner and Wagner conductor. It can slow down endlessly and let sounds blossom without losing the underlying pulse. Take the beautiful opening melody of Bruckner's Seventh Symphony, which becomes an endless linger with him. Yet he is nowhere sentimental: the crescendo of this theme block actually forms an effective dovetail connection with the faster sequel. Due to an artistic conflict, Thielemann will also move to the Sächsischen Staatskapelle Dresden. The announcement of Thielemann's departure during a subscription concert provoked a boob for the Munich Philharmonic, while the popular conductor was actually hailed. (HJ)more
