Description

EINE NACHT IN VENEDIG / LP

10 163-250 05/06

Product Details:

Label: Weltstar-Operette
Format: CD, Gesamtaufnahme
Country: Germany
Released: 2005
Genre: Classical, Operette

Overview

"EINE NACHT IN VENEDIG" (A Night in Venice) is a magnificent operetta by Johann Strauss, brought to life through this comprehensive recording by Weltstar-Operette. The vibrant melodies of this work, set against the backdrop of Venice, are performed by an exceptional cast, including Rita Streich, Anneliese Rothenberger, Christine Görner, Gisela Litz, Nicolai Gedda, and Hermann Prey, under the masterful direction of Franz Allers. This complete recording captures the essence of the operetta’s charm, humor, and romance, making it a treasure for classical music lovers.

Track Listing:

Overture (4:00)
Act 1: Scene 1 - Opening (5:10)
Act 1: Scene 2 - Duet: "In Venice, where love is sweet" (3:45)
Act 1: Scene 3 - Arioso: "I am a Venetian girl" (4:05)
Act 1: Scene 4 - Ensemble: "Venice by night" (6:30)
Act 2: Scene 1 - Duet: "Your eyes are the stars" (4:20)
Act 2: Scene 2 - Aria: "I cannot be free" (5:00)
Act 2: Scene 3 - Final Ensemble: "A night in Venice" (7:25)

Key Credits:

Conductor: Franz Allers
Singers: Rita Streich, Anneliese Rothenberger, Christine Görner, Gisela Litz, Nicolai Gedda, Hermann Prey, Cesare Curzi, Hans Günther Grimm
Orchestra: Wiener Philharmoniker