Beethoven: Egmont (Complete Incidental Music) - Elisabeth Breuer / Ondine Audio CD 2019 / ODE 1331-2

UPC 0761195133125

Product Features

• Label: Ondine – ODE 1331-2
• Format: CD, Album
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2019
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Classical

Overview

Explore the profound and dramatic incidental music composed by Ludwig van Beethoven for Goethe's play "Egmont." This complete recording features the Helsinki Baroque Orchestra conducted by Aapo Häkkinen, with soprano Elisabeth Breuer and narration by Robert Hunger-Bühler. Released by Ondine in 2019, this album captures the essence of Beethoven's powerful music, which vividly underscores the themes of heroism and resistance in Goethe's tragedy.

Interesting Facts

• Beethoven's Egmont: Composed between 1809 and 1810, Beethoven's music for "Egmont" includes an overture and nine pieces of incidental music, reflecting his admiration for Goethe and his own political ideals.
• Helsinki Baroque Orchestra: Known for its historically informed performances, the orchestra brings a fresh and authentic interpretation to Beethoven's work.
• Elisabeth Breuer: A versatile soprano renowned for her expressive voice and emotional depth, Breuer adds a poignant dimension to the vocal pieces.
• Robert Hunger-Bühler: An accomplished actor, Hunger-Bühler's narration brings the dramatic elements of Goethe's play to life, enhancing the overall listening experience.

Track Listing

1. Ouverture - 11:14
2. Lied: Die Trommel Gerühret - 3:50
3. Zwischenakt I - 5:26
4. Zwischenakt II - 6:03
5. Lied: Freudvoll Und Leidvoll - 2:09
6. Zwischenakt III - 6:26
7. Zwischenakt IV - 4:55
8. Clärchens Tod - 5:01
9. Melodram - 6:00
10. Siegessymphonie - 1:13

Key Credits

• Composed By: Ludwig van Beethoven
• Conductor: Aapo Häkkinen
• Narrator: Robert Hunger-Bühler
• Soprano Vocals: Elisabeth Breuer
• Orchestra: Helsinki Baroque Orchestra
• Booklet Editor: Joel Valkila
• Producer: Mikko Murtoniemi
• Executive Producer: Reijo Kiilunen
• Mixed By, Mastered By: Enno Mäemets
• Engineer (Assistant): Anu Kähkönen
• Photography By: Adam Gołemberski, Elena Zaucke, Maarit Kytöharju, Marco Borggreve, Pia Clodi