Chen Reiss, the renowned soprano, invites you to explore the rich cultural tapestry of Jewish Vienna with her upcoming album, set to release on April 25, 2025, under Onyx Classics. This operatic gem spans just under an hour, offering a captivating journey through a collection of works that reflect the vibrant Jewish heritage of Vienna.
The album features a mix of orchestral and chamber arrangements, all meticulously crafted by talented arrangers Tal-Haim Samnon and Cliff Colnot. Chen Reiss brings to life a diverse range of pieces, from the lyrical Walzer-Gesänge nach toskanischen Volksliedern by Alexander Zemlinsky to the evocative Songs of the Clown by Erich Wolfgang Korngold. The album also includes selections from Korngold's 4 Lieder nach Shakespeare and the poignant Symphony No. 10 in F-Sharp Minor, as well as the charming Kleine Serenade by Erich Zeisl.
Reiss's exquisite vocals shine through in these operatic masterpieces, showcasing her versatility and emotional depth. The album is a testament to her artistic prowess and her ability to breathe new life into these timeless compositions. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Chen Reiss's interpretation of these works promises to be a memorable and enriching experience.
Tracks
Walzer-Gesänge nach toskanischen Volksliedern Op. 6: No. 1, Liebe Schwalbe - Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim SamnonAlexander von Zemlinsky, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Walzer-Gesänge nach toskanischen Volksliedern Op. 6: No. 3, Fensterlein, nachts bist du zu - Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim SamnonAlexander von Zemlinsky, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Walzer-Gesänge nach toskanischen Volksliedern Op. 6: No. 5, Blaues Sternlein - Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim SamnonAlexander von Zemlinsky, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Walzer-Gesänge nach toskanischen Volksliedern Op. 6: No. 6, Briefchen schrieb ich - Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim SamnonAlexander von Zemlinsky, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Im Buchenwald - Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim SamnonJosefine Winter, Winter Edle von Wigmar, Josefine Winter, Winter Edle von Wigmar, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
4 Lieder nach Shakespeare, Op. 31 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 1, Desdemona’s Song "The poor soul sat sighing by a sycamore tree"Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
4 Lieder nach Shakespeare, Op. 31 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 2, Under the Greenwood treeErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
4 Lieder nach Shakespeare, Op. 31 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 3, Blow, blow, thou winter windErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
4 Lieder nach Shakespeare, Op. 31 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 4, When birds do singErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Symphony No. 10 in F-Sharp Minor: I. Adagio - Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by Cliff ColnotGustav Mahler, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Songs of the Clown Op. 29 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 1, Come away, deathErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Songs of the Clown Op. 29 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 2, O mistress mineErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Songs of the Clown Op. 29 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 3, Adieu, Good man devilErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Songs of the Clown Op. 29 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 4, Hey, RobinErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Songs of the Clown Op. 29 (Arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Tal-Haim Samnon): No. 5, For the rain, it raineth every dayErich Wolfgang Korngold, Chen Reiss, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
Kleine Serenade - Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by Nicholas HershAlfred Grünfeld, Daniel Grossmann, Jewish Chamber Orchestra Munich
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