The debate between these two interpretations (as well as others) of Beethoven's Fifth has been going for decades. Now, you can really get a feel for the differences between them with this video. I selected excerpts from each movement that I hope will highlight the differences. Please let me know what your impressions are.

Carlos Kleiber (1930-2004) recorded his version in 1975 with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra

Herbert von Karajan (1908-1989) recorded his version in 1962 with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra.

Timestamp:

1st Movement
00:10 - Kleiber
00:59 - Karajan
01:47 - Kleiber
02:12 - Karajan
02:39 - Kleiber
03:43 - Karajan

2nd Movement
04:46 - Kleiber
05:44 - Karajan
06:41 - Kleiber
08:04 - Karajan
09:29 - Kleiber
10:44 - Karajan

3rd Movement
12:03 - Kleiber
12:46 - Karajan
13:24 - Kleiber
13:55 - Karajan
14:25 - Kleiber
15:22 - Karajan

4th Movement
16:21 - Kleiber
18:00 - Karajan
19:43 - Kleiber
21:35 - Karajan

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