HOLST The Planets

Ascend beyond the firmaments in Holst’s universally loved classic, The Planets, an awe-inspiring orchestral extravaganza that’s a guaranteed eye-opening experience for any listener.

The Singapore Symphony Orchestra dedicates this concert to all healthcare workers in Singapore - thank you for your care in these trying times.

GUSTAV HOLST The Planets, Op. 32
0:00 I. Mars, the Bringer of War
8:17 II. Venus, the Bringer of Peace
16:07 III. Mercury, the Winged Messenger
20:29 IV. Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity
28:54 V. Saturn, the Bringer of Old Age
38:29 VI. Uranus, the Magician
44:12 VII. Neptune, the Mystic*
51:46 Applause

Singapore Symphony Orchestra
Andrew Litton, Principal Guest Conductor
*Treble Voices of the Singapore Symphony Chorus and Youth Choir

Recorded live at the Esplanade Concert Hall, Singapore, 8 Nov 2019.

Image credit: David Menidrey/Unsplash

[yehyunhong]

The two dislikes are from people who live on Pluto

[frederickkwek]

I'm very impressed with the sound done to whoever that recorded it. Its not easy to get a sound mix. Keep up the great work. Oh, I think you should get a pay rise. Show this comment to your Boss. :)))

[eugenegorelikov]

I watched a lot of Holst's concerts on youtube. Those conducted by Mr. Litton are the best. He really understood this music: the tempo, power and tenderness of some moments are amazing. My virtual standing ovations to the conductor, orchestra and the video production team.

[PenaltyKillah]

What an act of generosity from Maestro Litton, to offer his tissue to a sneezing audience member :)

[JudgeDredd_]

I mean this is just a masterpiece performance from beginning to end. How beautiful is Neptune? This is best performance of The Planets.

[alexkirkpatrick]

I absolutely love how he just stares down the low brass section while pointing his fist at them towards the end of "Mars." There is no question what the conductor wants from them. This is an amazing performance of one of my all time favorite symphonies.

[mooman]

This performance speaks volumes. It says that our beloved SSO is truly world class. Excellent rendition of Holst, comparable to the best performances anywhere else in the world. Thanks SSO. :)

[thomask]

A very fine performance, tremendous sound.

[gaylewood]

The power, poignancy and shimmering lyricism made this a magical performance. I didn't want to come back to earth when it finished.Thank you, Singapore Symphony Orchestra.

[highlight_photography]

Recall my first audio cassette was Holst: The Planets plus the Star Wars theme. Now I’ve many copies of the Holst classic and it’s always uplifting to listen to. With this let’s praise all the hard working health workers who are saving lives, making those ill more comfortable on their road to recovery whilst working themselves to the bone. World wide they are the hero’s of 2020

[zhiwen]

I just love how the cameramen focus on the instruments that are playing and makes them look just so majestic.

[jlrlll]

I am a young person listening to this for school, and the face he made in Uranus made my day. But this music is beautiful, and I loved making my art assignments about this.

[crockob]

The cuts and camera work are phenomenal! Of course the performance as well:)

[majajackson]

I will never get tired of listening to The Planets. Thanks so much for making it available for all of us to enjoy. ❤️

[alvinchen]

The camera work and performance of this piece is amazing!

[shin-i-chikozima]

Holst i a modern Alchemist of the universe, generates impression and comfort and surprise and admiration

[shin-i-chikozima]

Comfort of this masterpiece is off the charts

[JudgeDredd_]

I love this conductor's energy!!! He about had me ready to go to war for him!!!

[shin-i-chikozima]

The beauty and wonderfulness of the planets is immeasurable, and unfathomable, and beyond description

[patriciahinkin]

Wow wow, I want to see this played live