Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Hector Berlioz's "Lélio, Op. 14b, H. 55B" as masterfully interpreted by Joachim Bißmeier and the ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra. This live recording, released on April 2, 2021, under the Orfeo label, offers a unique blend of orchestral brilliance and dramatic narration, all presented in German.
Spanning a concise 55 minutes, the album is a journey through Berlioz's evocative compositions, each track a distinct emotional landscape. From the haunting "Chœur d'ombres. Froid de la mort" to the ethereal "La harpe éolienne - Souvenirs," Bißmeier's direction brings out the depth and nuance of Berlioz's score. The narration, interspersed throughout, adds a layer of theatricality that makes this album a standout experience.
Michael Gielen's conducting and the Wiener Singakademie's contributions further enrich the sound, creating a cohesive and compelling performance. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Berlioz's work, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: Narration. Gott! Ich lebe noch! (Narrated in German) [Live]Joachim Bißmeier
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: No. 1, Le pêcheur. L'onde frémit (Live)Hector Berlioz, Joachim Bißmeier, Herbert Lippert
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: Narration. Seltsame Beharrlichkeit einer Erinnerung! (Narrated in German) [Live]Joachim Bißmeier
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: No. 2, Chœur d'ombres. Froid de la mort (Live)Hector Berlioz, Joachim Bißmeier, Wiener Singakademie, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Gielen
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: Narration. O Shakespeare!(Narrated in German) [Live]Joachim Bißmeier
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: No. 3, Chanson de brigands. J'aurais cent ans à vivre encore (Live)Hector Berlioz, Geert Smits, Wiener Singakademie, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Gielen
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: Narration. Wie irrt mein Geist umher (Narrated in German) [Live]Joachim Bißmeier
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: No. 4, Chant de bonheur - Hymne. Ô mon bonheur (Live)Hector Berlioz, Herbert Lippert, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Gielen
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: Narration. Oh! Das ich sie nicht finden kann... (Narrated in German) [Live]Joachim Bißmeier
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: No. 5, La harpe éolienne - Souvenirs (Live)Hector Berlioz, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Gielen
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: Narration. Wozu sich in solch trügerischen Illusionen wiegen? (Narrated in German) [Live]Joachim Bißmeier
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: No. 6, Fantaisie sur "La tempête" de Shakespeare. Miranda! (Live)Hector Berlioz, Wiener Singakademie, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Gielen
Lélio, Op. 14bis, H. 55b: Narration. Genug für heute! (Narrated in German) [Live]Hector Berlioz, Joachim Bißmeier, ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Gielen
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