Sir Simon Rattle Discusses Orchestra Size for Beethoven's Symphonies

When it comes to orchestras performing Beethoven's symphonies, does size matter? Sir Simon Rattle discusses his experience with orchestra size and how it affects the performance of Beethoven's symphonies.
www.carnegiehall.org/rattle
Sir Simon Rattle’s Perspectives series spans two seasons, beginning with him and the legendary Berliner Philharmoniker in an unprecedented five performances at Carnegie Hall that encompass Beethoven’s nine symphonies.

[@jpstenino]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VERY IMPORTANT INSIGHT

[@amydunne25]

Haydn on Steroids haha #loveit. Sir Simon put that perfectly!!

[@JamesRMeans]

I think I need my Orchestra-Dictionary, then listen to the answer again...

[@carliemcdaniel5933]

I can't believe it can be this good

[@edenetuk1608]

"Beethoven on steroids".

[@peteradaniel]

Eden Etuk Haydn on steroids

[@andrewroberts8139]

Is there some reason why the orchestra is entirely male?

[@N_Loco_Parenthesis]

It isn't, or rather they aren't.

[@liomatsu1931]

Professional orchestras do blind auditions so nothing to worry about discrimination against women. That’s in the past. However there are still some debate and fuss going on with equal pay.

[@liomatsu1931]

Not in the Berlin Phil though

[@JamesRMeans]

The women are preparing the supper... Just joking, I could not resist...