Eduard van Beinum (1900-59) succeeded Willem Mengelberg as conductor of the Amsterdam Concertgebouw Orchestra having previously been involved with the ensemble prior to that appointment. For a couple of seasons, from 1947, van Beinum was also appointed to the London Philharmonic, although ill-health forced him out (the LPO sending for Boult) and his weak heart … Continue reading Eduard van Beinum – Complete Recordings on Decca & Philips with the Amsterdam Concertgebouw Orchestra & the London Philharmonic.