Wagner's Siegfried - A Masterpiece on DVD

UPC: 880242520883

Product Features

• Title: Siegfried
• Composer: Richard Wagner
• Performers: Jon Fredric West (Siegfried), Heinz Göhrig (Fafner), Wolfgang Schone (Erda), Lisa Gasteen (Brünnhilde), Attila Jun, Helene Ranada, Gabriela Herrera
• Orchestra: Staatsorchester Stuttgart
• Conductor: Lothar Zagrosek
• Stage Direction and Dramaturgy: Jossi Wieler & Sergio Morabito
• Stage Design & Costumes: Anna Viebrock
• Recording Date: 1 October 2002 & 5 January 2003
• Format: 2 DVDs
• Picture Format: NTSC 16:9
• Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Subtitles: German, French, English
• Region Code: 0 (worldwide)
• Running Time: 251 minutes
• Label: EuroArts

Overview

Experience Wagner's epic opera "Siegfried," part of the monumental cycle "Der Ring des Nibelungen," brought to life by the exceptional talents of the Staatsoper Stuttgart under the baton of Lothar Zagrosek. Directed by the visionary duo Jossi Wieler and Sergio Morabito, this production offers a profound interpretation of Wagner's work, combining powerful performances with innovative stage design by Anna Viebrock.

Interesting Facts

• Epic Cycle: "Siegfried" is the third opera in Wagner's "Der Ring des Nibelungen" cycle, a cornerstone of the operatic repertoire.
• Live Recording: This performance was recorded live at the Staatsoper Stuttgart, capturing the dynamic energy of the live performances from 2002 and 2003.
• Critical Acclaim: The Staatsoper Stuttgart's production of the Ring Cycle received widespread acclaim for its modern and insightful approach to Wagner's timeless themes.
• Creative Team: Jossi Wieler and Sergio Morabito are known for their innovative and thought-provoking stage direction, pushing the boundaries of traditional opera staging.
• Exceptional Cast: Featuring Jon Fredric West as Siegfried and Lisa Gasteen as Brünnhilde, this production boasts a stellar cast of internationally renowned singers.

Track Listing

1. Act 1:

   • Siegfried and Mime's Forge Scene
   • Der Wanderer's Encounter
   • Alberich's Scheme

2. Act 2:

   • Fafner's Lair
   • The Forest Bird's Guidance
   • Siegfried's Triumph over Fafner

3. Act 3:

   • The Awakening of Brünnhilde
   • Siegfried's Heroic Deeds
   • The Revelation of Erda

Publishers

• Label: EuroArts
• Executive Producers: Dietrich Mack (SWR), Paul Smaczny (EuroArts)
• TV Direction: Hans Hulscher
• Production: Dieter Schickling

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