Richard Wagner's Tannhäuser Opera DVD: Zürich Opera House Production | 2 Discs

UPC: 724359973395

Product Features

• Format: DVD Video (2 Discs: DVD-9 and DVD-5)
• Production: Zürich Opera House
• Cast Highlights:Orchestra and Chorus: Zürich Opera House Orchestra and Chorus
  • Tannhäuser: Peter Seiffert
  • Wolfram von Eschenbach: Roman Trekel
  • Elisabeth: Solveig Kringelborn
  • Venus: Isabelle Kabatu
  • Jonas Kaufmann: Walther von der Vogelweide
  • Landgrave Hermann: Alfred Muff
• Conductor: Franz Welser-Möst
• Audio Formats:Picture Format: NTSC, Color, 16:9
  • Linear PCM Stereo
  • Dolby 5.1 Surround
  • DTS 5.1 Surround
• Region: Code 0 (Worldwide Playback)
• Total Runtime: 187 minutes
• Languages: English, with subtitles in English, German, French, Italian, and Spanish
• TV Director: Chloé Perlemuter
• Produced by: François Duplat for Bel Air Media

Overview

This Tannhäuser production by Richard Wagner, filmed at the Zürich Opera House, delivers a profound interpretation of the composer's romantic opera. Featuring a star-studded cast led by Peter Seiffert as Tannhäuser and Roman Trekel as Wolfram von Eschenbach, the performance captures the deep emotional and dramatic essence of the opera.

Under the baton of conductor Franz Welser-Möst, the Zürich Opera Orchestra and Chorus offer a compelling musical experience that complements the intricate staging by Jens-Daniel Herzog. The production is further enriched by high-definition visuals and immersive sound formats, providing a cinematic opera experience.

Interesting Facts

• Richard Wagner (1813–1883) not only composed but also wrote the libretto for Tannhäuser, making it one of his most personal works.
• Tannhäuser is renowned for its "Overture and Venusberg Music," which showcases Wagner's innovative use of leitmotifs.
• The role of Elisabeth, performed by Solveig Kringelborn, is one of the most vocally demanding soprano parts in Wagner’s repertoire.
• This production features a young Jonas Kaufmann in a supporting role, who would later rise to international stardom.
• The Zürich Opera House is known for its high-quality Wagner productions, and this recording exemplifies their dedication to preserving Wagnerian tradition.

Publishers

• Label: EMI Classics
• Producers: Bel Air Media in collaboration with ARTE France and others

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