CSO, Monteux (1961), Munch (1963) (DVD)

B&W, 94 minutes, 4:3, All regions

Pierre Monteux (1875-1964) appeared as guest conductor with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in two separate seasons, first in 1948, and then in 1961.

Telecast of January 1, 1961
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93
Wagner: Prelude to Act III of Die Meistersinger
Berlioz: Roman Carnival Overture, Op. 9

Charles Munch (1891-1968) is best remembered for his illustrious tenure as music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra (1949-62).

Telecast of February 27, 1963
Ravel: La Valse
Ravel: Valses Nobles et Sentimentales
Rameau/D’Indy: Dardanus Suite
Berlioz: Royal Hunt and Storm from Les Troyens