Description

Richard Strauss: Elektra - Inge Borkh, Marianne Schech, Jean Madeira, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Dirigent: Karl Böhm / Deutsche Grammophon LP 1961

LPEM 19 234

Product Details:

Title: Elektra - Querschnitt (Excerpts)
Format: Vinyl, LP
Label: Deutsche Grammophon – LPEM 19 234
Country: Germany
Released: July 1961
Genre: Classical
Style: Modern

Product Features

Original 1961 Deutsche Grammophon LP showcasing highlights from Richard Strauss's opera "Elektra."
Conducted by Karl Böhm with the Sächsische Staatskapelle Dresden and the Chor der Staatsoper Dresden.
Features performances by Inge Borkh (Elektra), Marianne Schech (Chrysothemis), Jean Madeira (Klytämnestra), and Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau (Orest).
Recorded under the artistic direction of Karl Böhm, capturing the intensity and drama of Strauss's operatic masterpiece.

Overview

This vintage LP presents a compelling selection from Richard Strauss's opera "Elektra," known for its powerful portrayal of Greek tragedy. Karl Böhm's authoritative conducting, combined with stellar vocal performances, delivers a gripping rendition of Elektra's turbulent quest for justice and vengeance.

Interesting Facts

Richard Strauss: Renowned for pushing the boundaries of operatic expression, "Elektra" is hailed for its dissonant harmonies and psychological depth.
Karl Böhm: Noted for his interpretation of German operatic repertoire, Böhm's direction brings out the visceral emotions and intricate orchestration of Strauss's score.
Vocal Performances: Featuring Inge Borkh's commanding portrayal of Elektra, alongside Marianne Schech's plaintive Chrysothemis and Jean Madeira's haunting Klytämnestra, complemented by Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau's resonant Orest.

Tracklist

Elektra - Querschnitt (Excerpts)

A1. Allein! Weh, Ganz Allein (Monolog Der Elektra)
A2. Ich Kann Nicht Sitzen Und Ins Dunkel Starren (Klage Der Chrysothemis)
A3. Ich Habe Keine Guten Nächte (Szene Klytämnestra - Elektra)
B1. Was Willst Du, Fremder Mensch? (Erkennungsszene Elektra - Orest)
B2. Elektra - Schwester! (Schlußszene)

Key Credits

Composer: Richard Strauss
Conductor: Karl Böhm
Orchestra: Sächsische Staatskapelle Dresden
Chorus: Chor der Staatsoper Dresden, Chorus Master Ernst Hintze
Vocalists: Inge Borkh (Elektra), Marianne Schech (Chrysothemis), Jean Madeira (Klytämnestra), Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau (Orest)