»Eine Faust-Symphonie« / Faust-Ouvertüre / Faust-Szenen

Released by Philips in 1982, this multi-disc set gathers key Romantic musical interpretations of Goethe’s Faust. It centers on Franz Liszt’s A Faust Symphony, alongside Wagner’s Faust Overture and selections from Berlioz’s La damnation de Faust. The compilation reflects the label's commitment to high-fidelity documentation of the Concertgebouworkest’s repertoire during a period of critical acclaim for their mid-century European symphonic tradition.

The recording features the Concertgebouworkest under the baton of Antal Dorati, a conductor noted for his rhythmic precision and structural clarity. The production was intended to showcase the sonic capabilities of the Amsterdam-based ensemble, capturing a lush, expansive soundstage that aligned with the late-Romantic emotional intensity of the works. It was received as a technically sophisticated addition to the discography of these frequently recorded scores.