Berlin Philharmonic to launch it's own label -

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Simon Rattle conducts Schumann's Symphonies

 

In addition to it's own impressive Digital Concert Hall, the Berlin Philharmonic is launching it's own label - beginning with a cycle of Schumann's symphonies being released on May 23. This premiere release will be a nicely presented linen edition featuring the symphonies over 2 CDs. Plus, a Blu-ray disc containing the works in 96/24 Pure Audio (2.0 PCM and 5.0 DTS-HD MA), as well as Full HD video (16:9, in PCM and DTS-HD).

 

Also included with the set will be a download code for the entire album (up to 192/24), and a 7-day pass to the DCH.

 

I like the way the Berlin Phil has embraced delivery of it's product - the DCH contains an incredible archive of available works for streaming. And this new label will hopefully lead the way as a method for other organizations to market their releases.