Description
Ludwig van Beethoven: Missa Solemnis D-Dur Op. 123 / ETERNA 2x LP 1968
8 20 558-559
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf (sopran), Christa Ludwig (mezzosopan), Nicolia Gedda (tenor), Nicola Zaccaria (bass), Dirigent: Herbert Von Karajan
Product Features
- Label: ETERNA
- Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP
- Country: German Democratic Republic (GDR)
- Release Year: 1968
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Classical, Choral
Overview
This 1968 double vinyl LP, released by ETERNA, features Herbert von Karajan conducting the Philharmonia Orchestra London and the Singverein der Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde Wien in a performance of Beethoven's "Missa Solemnis D-Dur Op. 123." The album showcases the talents of renowned vocalists Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Christa Ludwig, Nicolai Gedda, and Nicola Zaccaria.
Interesting Facts
- Conductor: Herbert von Karajan, known for his precise and detailed conducting style, leads the orchestra and choir.
- Vocalists: The album features a distinguished cast of vocalists, including Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Christa Ludwig, Nicolai Gedda, and Nicola Zaccaria.
Track Listing
- Side A:
- Kyrie
- Gloria
- Side B:
- Credo
- Side C:
- Sanctus - Benedictus
- Side D:
- Agnus Dei
Key Credits
- Composed By: Ludwig van Beethoven
- Conductor: Herbert Von Karajan
- Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra London
- Choir: Singverein der Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde Wien
- Chorus Master: Reinhold Schmitt
- Soprano Vocals: Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
- Mezzo-soprano Vocals: Christa Ludwig
- Tenor Vocals: Nicolai Gedda
- Bass Vocals: Nicola Zaccaria
BOX #75
