In 1985, Karajan went so far as to mention him – probably mischievously – as a candidate for the Berlin succession. Where Brahms is concerned, his Soviet background will have done little to help. With ...

Trailblazer Johannes Brahms was fascinated by the bands’ whirling melodies and dramatic rhythms. He introduced this music to a whole new audience when he wrote Gypsy-inspired dances for the ...