Mozart in Turkey: Die Entführung aus dem Serail DVD

UPC: 809478000914

Product Features

• Director: Elijah Moshinsky
• Film Producer: Mick Csáky
• Opera Performance: Die Entführung aus dem Serail by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Performers:Music: Scottish Chamber Orchestra & Choir conducted by Sir Charles Mackerras
  • Belmonte: Paul Groves
  • Pedrillo: Lynton Atkinson
  • Konstanze: Yelda Kodalli
  • Osmin: Peter Rose
  • Blonde: Désirée Rancatore
  • Pasha Selim: Oliver Tobias
• Languages: Subtitles in English, German, French, Spanish, and Dutch
• Format: DVD, PAL, all regions, 16/9 anamorphic
• Audio Formats: Digital
• Run Time: 88 minutes
• Year: 2004
• Publisher: Opus Arte

Overview

Mozart in Turkey offers a captivating portrayal of Mozart’s Die Entführung aus dem Serail through an innovative blend of documentary and performance. Filmed on location in Istanbul at the historical Topkapi Palace, this production presents a stunning backdrop that elevates the opera's Turkish setting. The film seamlessly transitions between behind-the-scenes insights provided by director Elijah Moshinsky and full opera sequences. This visual and auditory experience is enhanced by the performance of a highly acclaimed cast and the orchestration by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, led by Sir Charles Mackerras.

More than just a filmed opera, this production sheds light on the European fascination with Turkish culture during the 18th century, offering historical insights into Mozart's life and the creation of Die Entführung aus dem Serail, a work that reflected Mozart’s flair for integrating diverse cultural influences.

Interesting Facts

• The opera, Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio), was Mozart's first major success in Vienna and is considered one of the finest examples of "singspiel," a German opera genre that includes both singing and spoken dialogue.
• Filming took place in Istanbul’s Topkapi Palace, specifically in the Harem, a location steeped in history, lending authenticity to the Turkish-themed opera.
• The documentary portion includes director Elijah Moshinsky’s commentary on the opera's cultural significance and Mozart’s innovative blend of Western and Eastern musical themes.
• The film delves into Mozart's fascination with Turkish music, evident in his use of percussive Janissary influences, which were popular in Vienna at the time.
• The production received grants from the Republic of Turkey, underlining the cross-cultural collaboration that brought this film to life.

Music Highlights

• This DVD includes an option to play only the opera segments, running approximately 64 minutes. The full film is 88 minutes, providing an immersive blend of performance and behind-the-scenes documentary.

Publishers

• Produced by: Opus Arte
• DVD Authoring and Design: Stream Digital Media
• Executive Producer: Hans Petri

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