Alban Berg | Wozzeck (Vienna State Opera, 1987) - DVD

UPC: 4006680102566

Product Features

• Title: Alban Berg | Wozzeck
• Artists: Franz Grundheber, Hildegard Behrens, Walter Raffeiner, Philip Langridge, Heinz Zednik, Aage Haugland
• Conductor: Claudio Abbado
• Stage Director: Adolf Dresen
• Chorus: Chorus of the Vienna State Opera
• Orchestra: Orchestra of the Vienna State Opera
• Chorus Master: Helmuth Froschauer
• Recording Location: Vienna State Opera
• Recording Date: 1987
• DVD Format: DVD PAL, Region Code 2,5
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Picture Format: 4:3
• Subtitles: German, English, Spanish
• Running Time: 137 minutes
• Label: Arthaus Musik
• Catalogue Number: Not specified

Overview

This DVD presents Alban Berg's harrowing and intense opera Wozzeck, performed by the Vienna State Opera under the masterful direction of Claudio Abbado. Staged in 1987, this production is a stark and powerful interpretation of Berg's groundbreaking work, based on the unfinished play by Georg Büchner. The opera explores the brutal and tragic story of Wozzeck, a soldier driven to madness by poverty and humiliation.

Franz Grundheber delivers a compelling performance in the title role, with a cast that includes Hildegard Behrens, Walter Raffeiner, Philip Langridge, Heinz Zednik, and Aage Haugland. Adolf Dresen's direction, coupled with Herbert Kappelmüller's evocative set and costume design, brings out the raw emotion and psychological depth of the piece.

The performance is captured in a 4:3 picture format, maintaining the original visual aspect of the era, and is presented with PCM Stereo sound, ensuring a rich auditory experience. Subtitles are available in German, English, and Spanish, making this significant production accessible to a wide audience.

Interesting Facts

• Wozzeck is considered one of the most important operas of the 20th century, a key work in the expressionist movement.
• The opera is based on a true story of a soldier who was executed in the early 19th century, and Berg's adaptation reflects the social issues of his time.
• Claudio Abbado, one of the greatest conductors of the 20th century, was known for his profound interpretations of modern music, particularly the works of Berg and Mahler.
• The production was recorded in 1987 and is noted for its dramatic intensity and powerful performances, particularly by Franz Grundheber in the lead role.

Track Listing

• Act I: Scenes 1-5
• Act II: Scenes 1-5
• Act III: Scenes 1-5

Publishers

Arthaus Musik GmbH

Vienna State Opera

ORF Media

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