Dvořák, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Claus Peter Flor - Symphony No9

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Review by Marshawn Hogans

Symphony No. 9 by Dvořák – A Sweeping Romantic Ride with the Malaysian Philharmonic Alright, let’s talk about this album. It’s Symphony No. 9 by Antonín Dvořák, performed by the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra under Claus Peter Flor. Released in 2012 on BIS Records AB (Sweden), it dives deep into the Romantic genre of classical music. If you’re into lush orchestration and emotional depth, this one might just hit the spot. The album covers some serious ground—tracks like Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (you know, "From the New World") and Česká suita (Czech Suite) are all over it. But I wanna zoom in on two tracks that stuck with me: II. Largo from the symphony and IV. Romance (Romanza). Andante con Moto from the Czech Suite. Let me tell ya why these stood out. First up, II. Largo. Oh man, if you’ve ever needed a piece of music to make you feel like you’re staring at an endless field at sunset, this is it. The strings are so rich they almost feel tangible, and the English horn solo? Pure magic. It’s not flashy or loud—it’s quiet but powerful, like someone whispering something really important right into your soul. You don’t even realize how much it’s affecting you until it’s over. That’s the kind of track you replay just to figure out what exactly made you stop breathing for a second. Then there’s IV. Romance (Romanza) from the Czech Suite. This one feels different—it’s warm and intimate, almost like a secret shared between friends. The melody flows effortlessly, and the orchestra nails that balance between playfulness and tenderness. There’s something comforting about how the violins dance around while the lower strings keep things grounded. Honestly, it’s the kind of tune that makes you want to grab a cup of coffee and sit by the window, pretending life isn’t as chaotic as it usually is. What’s wild about this whole album is how Claus Peter Flor and the Malaysian Philharmonic bring such authenticity to Dvořák’s work. Like, yeah, he was Czech, and his music is steeped in folk traditions, but hearing it interpreted by an orchestra based in Malaysia adds another layer of coolness. It’s proof that great music transcends borders—and maybe reminds us we’re not as divided as we sometimes think. One nitpick though—the recording quality is crisp, sure, but sometimes it feels too polished. Don’t get me wrong, Hans Kipfer and Jens Braun did a bang-up job producing this, but occasionally I wish there was a bit more raw edge to match the emotion of the pieces. Anyway, wrapping this up… Listening to this album felt like stepping into another world—one where time slows down and everything makes sense for a little while. And honestly? After hearing II. Largo, I kinda started wondering if Dvořák had a crystal ball. How else could he write something that feels like it knows exactly what you’re feeling before you do? Maybe he did. Or maybe he just understood humans better than most of us ever will. So yeah, check it out if you haven’t already. Just be ready to have your socks knocked off—and maybe shed a tear or two.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
M˚uj Domov (My Home), Overture, Op.62/B.125a 9:28
II. Polka. Allegretto Grazioso – Trio. Poco Più Mosso 5:26
IV. Romance (Romanza). Andante Con Moto 4:14
I. Adagio – Allegro Molto 11:39
Symphony No.9 In E Minor, Op.95/B.178 (42:38)
˘Ceská suita (Czech Suite), Op.39/B.93 (23:14)
III. Sousedská (Minuetto). Allegro Giusto 4:18
V. Finale (Furiant). Presto5:32
I. Praeludium (Pastorale). Allegro Moderato 3:22
II. Largo 11:55
IV. Allegro Con Fuoco11:22
III. Scherzo. Molto Vivace – Poco Sostenuto7:29

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Catalog Numbers

BIS-1856 SACD

Labels

BIS Records AB

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Formats

  • SACD
  • Hybrid
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Credits

RoleCredit
ConductorClaus Peter Flor
OrchestraMalaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
ProducerHans Kipfer, Jens Braun

Notes

Recorded at the Dewan Filharmonic PETRONAS, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 7318599918563
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L558

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Czech composer of romantic music (classicist-romantic synthesis). Born September 8, 1841 in Nelahozeves, Czechia, died May 1, 1904 in Prague, Czechia. Father-in-law of . He employed the idioms of the folk music of Moravia and his native Bohemia. His works include symphonies, symphonic poems, concerti, choral works, operas and chamber music.

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Dvořák's *Symphony No. 9*, performed by the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and conducted by Claus Peter Flor, was released in Sweden in 2012? It’s fascinating how this iconic Romantic-era piece, also known as the *New World Symphony*, brought together a Swedish label (BIS Records AB), a German conductor, and an orchestra from Malaysia. The album isn’t just the symphony, though—it includes other gems like *Czech Suite* and *M˚uj Domov (My Home)*. A true global collaboration celebrating timeless music!