Exceptional Recording of Carmina Burana


Carmina Burana is one of my favorites, but I have yet to find a truly outstanding recording matched with an inspiring performance. Any suggestions?

Thanks, Tom.
tombowlus
I would recommend that you consider (if you haven't already) Ozawa's performance on RCA, Shaw's performance on Telarc, or Blomstedt's (which won a Grammy).
I have many carmina burana's and I always find myself going to grab the Atlanta symphony orchestra/chorus directed by Robert Shaw- for some reason it just does it for me. And its available on SACD which reveals even more detail, getting me one step closer!
The Clemencic Consort version on Harmonia Mundi is a little different and enjoyable.
I've got two favorite versions, both on Decca/London and both with excellent sound.

1. Herbert Blomstedt conducting the San Francisco Symphony & Chorus.

2. Riccardo Chailly conducting the RSO Berlin & Choir.