A Gala Concert Recorded Live from the Alte Oper Frankfurt 1992

UPC: 807280202991

Product Features

• Composers: Richard Wagner, Hector Berlioz
• Performers:Conductor: Claudio Abbado
  • Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
  • Tenor: José Carreras
  • Organist: Martin Haselböck
  • Concert Association of the Vienna State Opera Chorus (Chorus Master: Peter Burian)
  • Prague Philharmonic Choir (Chorus Master: Pavel Kühn)
  • Tölzer Boys Choir (Chorus Master: Gerhard Schmidt-Gaden)
  • Aurelius Boys Choir (Chorus Master: Hans-Jörg Kalmbach)
• Producer: Yehuda Fickler
• Photography: Christian Steiner, Martin Graue
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Picture Format: 45
• Running Time: 106 minutes
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• DVD Format: DVD 9/NTSC
• Latin Text on Screen

Overview

This magnificent gala concert, recorded live in 1992 at the Alte Oper Frankfurt, features timeless works by Richard Wagner and Hector Berlioz, performed by the renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Under the masterful direction of Claudio Abbado, this performance captures the grandeur and emotional depth of Wagner's "Overture to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg" and Berlioz's "Te Deum, op. 22". Joined by the illustrious tenor José Carreras, organist Martin Haselböck, and various distinguished choirs, this concert is a true celebration of classical music.

Interesting Facts

• Richard Wagner: Known for his complex textures and rich harmonies, Wagner's "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg" is one of his few comic operas and is celebrated for its overture.
• Hector Berlioz: A pioneer in the development of modern orchestration, Berlioz's "Te Deum" is a grand and powerful composition that showcases his innovative style.
• José Carreras: An acclaimed tenor, Carreras is known for his remarkable voice and emotional delivery, making this performance particularly special.
• Claudio Abbado: One of the most revered conductors of the 20th century, Abbado's interpretations of classical and romantic music are highly esteemed.
• Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra: Founded in 1842, the Vienna Philharmonic is one of the world's leading orchestras, renowned for its distinctive sound and exceptional performances.

Publishers

• Arthaus Musik GmbH, Karl-Tauchnitz-Str. 10, 04107 Leipzig
• A Kinowelt Group Company, Ein Unternehmen der Kinowelt Gruppe

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