Bernstein conducts Bruckner: Symphony No. 6

In this interpretation of Bruckner’s Sixth Symphony, Leonard Bernstein tackles one of the least performed works by the Austrian composer with sensitivity and narrative tension. The New York Philharmonic Orchestra accurately recreates the harmonic complexity and solemn architecture of the score, highlighting the balance between monumental momentum and lyrical intimacy. The Adagio, in particular, emerges as a moment of deep introspection, while the Finale relaxes with controlled vigour and dramatic sense. Bernstein’s approach manages to merge rigor and passion, exalting the qualities of a work often overlooked but surprisingly rich in orchestral intuitions and spiritual tensions.