Wagner: Siegfried Idyll (Overtures & Preludes); Tannhäuser; Lohengrin; Parsifal - Berliner Philharmoniker, Rafael Kubelik, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm / Virtuoso Audio CD 2012 / 478 5188

UPC 0028947851882

Product Details

• Label: Virtuoso – 478 5188
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Opera, Romantic
• Release Year: 2012

Overview:

Dive into the grandeur of Richard Wagner’s timeless works with Wagner: Siegfried Idyll & Overtures. This expertly curated compilation features beloved overtures and preludes, capturing the emotional depth and orchestral brilliance of Wagner's compositions. Conducted by masters like Karl Böhm, Rafael Kubelík, and Eugen Jochum, and performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker, Berliner Philharmoniker, and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, this album is a celebration of Wagner's Romantic genius.

Each piece transports listeners through Wagner's operatic masterpieces, showcasing his ability to evoke powerful imagery and emotion. The inclusion of the serene Siegfried Idyll and the spiritual Good Friday Spell from Parsifal adds depth to this collection, making it an essential addition for classical music lovers.

Track Listing:

Tannhäuser

1. Overture – 14:54

Lohengrin

1. Prelude to Act 1 – 9:59
2. Prelude to Act 3 – 3:25

Siegfried Idyll

1. Siegfried Idyll – 18:54

Parsifal

1. Prelude – 13:52
2. Good Friday Spell – 12:06

Key Credits:

• Orchestras:
  • Wiener Philharmoniker
  • Berliner Philharmoniker
  • Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks
• Conductors:
  • Karl Böhm (Tannhäuser, Lohengrin)
  • Rafael Kubelík (Parsifal)
  • Eugen Jochum (Siegfried Idyll)