Description
Des Königs Zauberflöte – Mozart’s The Magic Flute by FARAO Classics DVD
UPC: 4025438080949
Product Features
- Format: DVD, Region-Free (All Regions)
- Running Time: 189 minutes
- Language: German (Original), Subtitles in English
- Audio: 5.0 DTS Surround, 96 kHz PCM Stereo (2.0)
- Video: PAL 16:9 (50i)
- Publisher: FARAO Classics
- Location: Produced and filmed in Germany
- Musical Director: Enoch zu Guttenberg
- Orchestra and Choir: Orchester KlangVerwaltung, Chorgemeinschaft Neubeuern
Overview
Mozart’s The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte) comes alive in this unique production from FARAO Classics, titled Des Königs Zauberflöte. Under the musical direction of Enoch zu Guttenberg, this beloved singspiel is rendered in stunning audio and visual quality, bringing Mozart’s masterpiece to a modern audience. Known for its themes of love, bravery, and the triumph of light over darkness, The Magic Flute is given new life through the dramatic interpretations and exceptional vocal talent of Gerd Anthoff as Papageno, Jörg Dürmüller as Tamino, and Susanne Bernhard as Pamina.
Filmed in Germany with a traditional yet vibrant stage design, this production includes high-quality DTS Surround and PCM Stereo sound formats. The Orchester KlangVerwaltung and Chorgemeinschaft Neubeuern contribute powerful orchestration and choral passages, capturing Mozart’s intricate blend of comedy, spirituality, and allegory. Enoch zu Guttenberg’s direction emphasizes the storytelling aspect of the opera, with additional narration enhancing Papageno's role in the enchanting storyline.
Interesting Facts
- Unique Title: The title, Des Königs Zauberflöte, references the special adaptation of The Magic Flute in this German-language production.
- Narrative Focus: This production includes additional spoken narration for Papageno, enriching the opera’s fairy-tale quality and engaging younger viewers and new audiences.
- Acclaimed Cast: The cast features celebrated opera voices, including Antje Bitterlich’s powerful portrayal of the Queen of the Night and Tareq Nazmi’s commanding presence as Sarastro.
- Choristers: The “Three Boys” roles are sung by soloists from the renowned Tölzer Knabenchor, adding an ethereal quality to the mystical characters.
- High Fidelity Audio: The DVD includes high-definition DTS Surround Sound and PCM Stereo, ensuring a deeply immersive experience for both home theater and stereo systems.
Track Listing
- Act I: Tamino’s quest begins as he sets out to rescue Pamina, aided by the lovable Papageno.
- Act II: Trials of wisdom and bravery lead Tamino and Pamina through transformative experiences, concluding with a grand celebration of love and virtue.
Publishers
- FARAO Classics
- Calla Media
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