Recorded between November 2005 and April 2006, Bernard Haitink’s cycle of the Beethoven symphonies was one of the most talked about classical events of 2006. Nearly ten years later these recordings are still considered to be amongst the finest in the repertoire, demonstrating why fresh interpretations of Beethoven's symphonies are so important and why his music is still so relevant today.

'A Beethoven cycle for our times.' The Gazette

'A towering achievement.' The Times

'Simply masterful Beethoven…Capped by a magisterial account of the Ninth Symphony, this is the Beethoven set for our time. Even if you already have umpteen other recordings of these works, you really owe it to yourself to hear this new set.' Chicago Tribune

'This recording may be the best ever.' Philadelphia Enquirer