Description

The Art Of Alexander Kipnis (Album 2) - Scenes & Arias From Faust, Don Carlo, Parsifal, Der Rosenkavalier, Ten Songs By Brahms (Gerald Moore, Piano), Two Russian Folk Songs (Recorded 1927-36) / Seraphim LP Mono

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Product Features

Label: Seraphim
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Compilation, Mono
Country: US
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Overview

This compilation album features renowned bass Alexander Kipnis performing a diverse range of opera arias and folk songs, accompanied by prominent conductors and orchestras. The album includes works by Gounod, Verdi, Wagner, Richard Strauss, and Brahms, showcasing Kipnis' versatility and mastery of different styles.

Interesting Facts

Alexander Kipnis was a Ukrainian-born bass who enjoyed a successful career in Europe and the United States, known for his powerful voice and nuanced performances.
Der Rosenkavalier, an opera by Richard Strauss, is a significant work in this compilation, with a letter scene and waltz from Act 2 included.
Brahms Lieder are a notable inclusion, highlighting Kipnis' ability to interpret complex and emotive songs.

Track Listing

Side A:
1. Gounod - Faust
  - Rondo Vom Goldenen Kalb ("Le Veau D'Or") (Act 2) - 4:58
  - Ständchen Des Mephistopheles ("Vous Qui Faites L'Endormie") (Act 4) - 4:58
2. Traditional - Russian Folk SongsVerdi - Don Carlo: Sie Hat Mich Nie Geliebt ("Ella Giammai M'Amo!") (Act 4) - 6:54
  - Soldier's Song - 5:07
  - Kalinka - 5:07
4. Wagner - Parsifal: Good Friday Music (Act 3) - 10:42
5. Richard Strauss - Der Rosenkavalier: Letter Scene & Waltz (Act 2) - 4:36
Side B:
1. Brahms - Von Ewiger Liebe, Op. 43 No. 1 / Die Mainacht, Op. 43 No. 2 - 8:14
2. Brahms - Erinnerung, Op. 63 No. 2 / O Wüsst' Ich Doch Den Weg Zurück, Op. 63 No. 8 - 7:45
3. Brahms - Ein Sonnett, Op. 14 No. 4 / Sonntag, Op. 47 No. 3 - 3:57
4. Brahms - Ständchen, Op. 106 No. 1 / Vergebliches Ständchen, Op. 84 No. 4 - 3:13
5. Brahms - Verrat, Op. 105 No. 5 / An Die Nachtigall, Op. 46 No. 4 - 8:15