Michael Gielen writes of his interpretation: "Mahler uses triviality and kitsch to draw the big picture of society as a whole; great novels also naturally have this aspect, as does the Mahler symphony in its resemblance to a novel." With a lifetime's experience and the discipline of master musical philosopher, Maestro Gielen articulates Mahler's complex, and often self-contradictory score with the drama and pacing of a great storyteller. This is a performance not to be missed, and certain to appeal to those customers already familiar with the series.