André Previn's landmark 1974 recording of Carmina burana with the London Symphony Orchestra remains one of the most electrifying accounts of Orff's exuberant cantata. From the momentous opening "O Fortuna" to the rapturous closing chorus, Previn brings out the rhythmic vitality, sensuality, and theatrical flair of this hedonistic celebration of life and love. Captured in the acoustically rich Kingsway Hall and produced by Christopher Bishop, this recording delivers an immediacy and spontaneity that have stood the test of time. As Previn's classical career blossomed in the UK, this performance confirmed his rare ability to bridge serious musicianship with mass appeal - a vibrant, unforgettable classic that continues to resonate across generations.
Track List
Carmina Burana Introduction Fortuna Imperatrix Mundi: O Fortuna
Carmina Burana Introduction Fortuna Imperatrix Mundi: Fortune plango vulnera
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Primo vere: Veris leta facies
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Primo vere: Omnia sol temperat
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Primo vere: Ecce gratum
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Uf dem Anger: Tanz
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Uf dem Anger: Floret silva nobilis
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Uf dem Anger: Chramer gip die varwe mir
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Uf dem Anger: Reie - Swaz hie gat umbe - Chume chum geselle min
Carmina Burana Pt. 1 Uf dem Anger: Were diu werlt alle min
Carmina Burana Pt. 2 In Taberna: Estuans interius
Carmina Burana Pt. 2 In Taberna: Olim lacus colueram
Carmina Burana Pt. 2 In Taberna: Ego sum abbas Cucaniensis
Carmina Burana Pt. 2 In Taberna: In taberna quando sumus
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Amor volat undique
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Dies nox et omnia
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Stetit puella
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Circa mea pectora
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Si puer cum puellula
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Veni veni venias
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: In trutina
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Tempus est iocundum
Carmina Burana Pt. 3 Cour d'amours: Dulcissime
Carmina Burana Pt. 4 Blanziflor et Helena: Ave formosissima
Carmina Burana Conclusion Fortuna Imperatrix Mundi: O Fortuna
