In South America, I heard the 8th Symphony of Beethoven. And the young conductor thought, Beethoven must be heroic. But this is piece which shouldn't be heroic. And this was such a misunderstanding, such a deep misunderstanding.
AwardsKnight Of The Legion Of Honour; Leo-Baeck-Medal; Banner Of Labor; National Prize Of East Germany; Grand Order Of Merit With Star And Shoulder-Sash; Star Of People's Friendship; Johannes-R.-Becher-Medaille; Hanns Martin Schleyer Prize; Steiger Award
