Richard Strauss Fritz Reiner The Chicago Symphony Orchestra - Symphonia Domestica

Review by Francis Capote

Symphonia Domestica: A Wild Ride Through Strauss’ Genius Alright, buckle up, because this one’s gonna hit you like a freight train. Richard Strauss’ Symphonia Domestica performed by Fritz Reiner and The Chicago Symphony Orchestra is a monster of an album. It’s not just classical music; it’s a full-blown assault on your senses. Released under Classic Records and RCA Records in the US, this record grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. And yeah, there are only two tracks—Part 1 and Part 2—but trust me, they’re enough to leave you breathless. Let’s dive into Part 1, shall we? This thing kicks off with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer to the face. The orchestra roars to life, and suddenly you're knee-deep in Strauss’ chaotic yet oddly beautiful world. What sticks out here? The brass section. Holy crap, the brass is INSANE. They don’t just play notes—they unleash them like sonic grenades. Every time those trumpets blare, it feels like someone lit a firecracker inside your skull. You can’t ignore it. Hell, you don’t want to ignore it. It’s messy, loud, and completely unapologetic—just how I like it. Then there’s Part 2, which flips the script entirely. If Part 1 was chaos, this is where Strauss shows he’s got heart too. About halfway through, there’s this string section that sneaks up on you like a cat stalking its prey. It starts soft, almost whispering, but then BAM—it explodes into this sweeping melody that’ll make your chest ache. Seriously, it’s so damn cinematic it could soundtrack any epic movie montage ever made. By the time the timpani crashes back in, you’re ready to conquer the world or cry your eyes out. Maybe both. Now, why does this album stick with me? Because it doesn’t mess around. There’s no filler, no polite little interludes trying to ease you in. It’s raw, visceral, and unrelenting. Listening to it feels less like sitting in a concert hall and more like being caught in a storm. And honestly? That’s exactly what makes it unforgettable. But here’s the kicker—this isn’t just some dusty old relic for pretentious snobs. Nah, this is music for people who want to feel something REAL. So crank it up, let it rattle your bones, and remember: sometimes, beauty comes wrapped in chaos. Or maybe…chaos is beauty. Who knows? All I know is, after this album, nothing else will sound quite the same.

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Artist: Richard Strauss Fritz Reiner The Chicago Symphony Orchestra
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STRAUSS, R.: Sinfonia Domestica op. 53 / Reiner · Chicago Symphony Orchestra

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Classic Records, RCA Records

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Original release 1957

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German Classical composer, born June 11, 1864, in Munich, died September 8, 1949, in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. He is best known for his composition 'Also sprach Zarathustra' and the operas 'Salome' and 'Elektra'. His father was the musician .

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Here’s something cool: *Symphonia Domestica* by Richard Strauss is basically a day in his life turned into music. It’s like a classical soundtrack to his family’s routine. Fritz Reiner and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra nailed it on this album. Fun fact—this version was released under Classic Records and RCA Records in the US. The album splits into two parts, each capturing different emotions and moments. It’s wild how music can make everyday life feel epic.

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vanecv942b976a7ecc

2025-03-16

Esplendida interpretación del poema sinfónico de R. Strauss, para mí opinión definitiva e insuperable

lenormandjeremyyahoofr

2025-03-16

This isn't the best-known Richard Strauss big orchestral pieces, but it's absolutely stunning in this CSO recording under Frtiz Reiner. The Chicagoans were always brilliant, not only their brass (but with the late Bud Herseth in first chair trumpet of course (hear him high flight 31:01 and again soaring a 32:27 and yet again 33:21, at 39:48 and 41:22) how could they not be?) No other recording of the Domestic Symphony matches this, though Andre Previn with the Oslo Phil. is a close second..