Description
Richard Wagner's The Ring Without Words - Lorin Maazel with the Berliner Philharmoniker (DVD)
UPC 880242576088
Overview
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Richard Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen in a new form: The Ring Without Words. This 75-minute symphonic synthesis, masterfully arranged by Lorin Maazel, captures the essence of Wagner’s four-part epic without vocals, bringing its monumental orchestration to audiences in a purely orchestral experience. Recorded live with the Berliner Philharmoniker, Maazel's adaptation highlights the power of Wagner's music, revealing its thematic depth and orchestral complexity.
Product Features
- Format: DVD, NTSC
- Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
- Duration: 83 minutes (Performance), 5 minutes (Bonus Interview)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Full Color
- Sound: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
- Languages (Interview Subtitles): English, German, French, Japanese
- Recording Location: Philharmonie Berlin, October 17 & 18, 2000
Bonus Feature
- Exclusive Interview with Lorin Maazel: A behind-the-scenes look at Maazel’s vision and the inspiration behind this unique orchestral adaptation.
Interesting Facts
- The Concept: Inspired by insights from Richard Wagner's grandson, Wieland Wagner, who emphasized the orchestra's role in Der Ring, Maazel’s synthesis showcases the powerful narrative voice of the orchestration alone.
- Symphonic Journey: This adaptation distills key moments across Wagner’s four operas—Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, Siegfried, and Götterdämmerung—capturing their dramatic highlights in a single, flowing symphonic piece.
- Berliner Philharmoniker’s Mastery: Known for its exceptional precision and expressive capability, the Berliner Philharmoniker, under Maazel's direction, brings out the subtleties and grandeur of Wagner’s intricate orchestration.
Publishers
EuroArts
Directed by Yutaro Mimuro
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