Wagner: Opera Greats - Die Schönster Opernszenen - Rene Kollo, Theo Adam, Staatskapelle Dresden, Hiroshi Wakasugi, Staaskapelle Berlin, Otmar Suitner / Edel Classics Audio CD 2001 / 0000112CCC

UPC 782124001124

Product Details

• Label: Edel Classics – 0000112CCC
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: Germany
• Released: 2001
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Opera

Product Features

This compilation offers a selection of pivotal moments from Richard Wagner's operas, performed by an exceptional roster of artists and orchestras. Featuring renowned singers like René Kollo and Theo Adam, and led by conductors Hiroshi Wakasugi, Otmar Suitner, and others, this CD captures the dramatic intensity and lush orchestration of Wagner's works.

Overview

Wagner: Opera Greats - Die Schönsten Opernszenen showcases some of the most iconic scenes from Richard Wagner's operas, performed by distinguished artists and orchestras. This compilation includes selections from operas such as Der Fliegende Holländer, Parsifal, Rheingold, Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, and Die Walküre, offering a glimpse into Wagner's expansive operatic world.

Track Listing:

1. Der Fliegende Holländer

   • Ouvertüre / Overture (Staatskapelle Dresden, Conductor: Hiroshi Wakasugi) – 11:04
   • "Johohoe!" Ballade der Senta aus dem 2. Aufzug (Staatskapelle Berlin, Conductor: Franz Konwitschny, Soprano Vocals: Marianne Schech) – 7:55

2. Parsifal

   • "Grausamer, Fühlst Du Im Herzen" Szene der Kundry (Staatskapelle Berlin, Conductor: Heinz Fricke, Mezzo-soprano Vocals: Gisela Schröter) – 5:55

3. Rheingold

   • "Immer Ist Undank Loges Lohn" Erzählung Loges aus der 2. Szene (Staatskapelle Berlin, Conductor: Otmar Suitner, Tenor Vocals: Eberhard Büchner) – 3:56

4. Die Meistersinger Von Nürnberg

   • "Wie Duftet Doch Der Flieder So Mild" Monolog der Hans Sachs aus dem 2. Akt (Staatskapelle Berlin, Conductor: Otmar Suitner, Bass Vocals: Theo Adam) – 6:12
   • "Der Meister Tön Und Weisen" Szene Davids aus dem 2. Akt (Staatskapelle Berlin, Conductor: Otmar Suitner, Tenor Vocals: Eberhard Büchner) – 4:23

5. Der Fliegende Holländer

   • "Die Frist Ist Um" Arie des Holländers aus dem 1. Akt (Staatskapelle Berlin, Conductor: Heinz Fricke, Baritone Vocals: Ekkehard Wlaschiha) – 10:44

6. Die Walküre

   • "Ein Schwert Verhieß Mir Der Vater" Monolog des Siegmund aus dem 1. Aufzug – 6:06

Interesting Facts

• This compilation brings together some of the most memorable and dramatic moments from Wagner's operas, showcasing the talents of leading Wagnerian singers and conductors.
• Richard Wagner is known for his complex and grand operas, which often feature intricate orchestration and deep emotional themes.
• The performances by the Staatskapelle Berlin and the Staatskapelle Dresden provide an authentic and rich orchestral backdrop to these iconic scenes.

Key Credits

• Composer: Richard Wagner
• Performers: René Kollo, Theo Adam, Marianne Schech, Gisela Schröter, Eberhard Büchner, Ekkehard Wlaschiha
• Conductors: Hiroshi Wakasugi, Franz Konwitschny, Heinz Fricke, Otmar Suitner
• Orchestras: Staatskapelle Dresden, Staatskapelle Berlin
• Label: Edel Classics
• Art Direction: Edel Classics