Dive into the enchanting world of German romantic opera with Albert Lortzing's "Undine," a captivating work that stands out in the composer's repertoire. This 1845 romantic fairy-tale opera, known as a "romantische Zauberoper," is a delightful blend of magic and romance, showcasing Lortzing's mastery of light German opera that captivated audiences well into the 20th century.
"Undine" is a four-act opera that weaves a tale of love, loss, and the supernatural. The story revolves around the water spirit Undine and her human husband Hugo, exploring themes of love's transformative power and the consequences of breaking sacred vows. The opera is renowned for its beautiful arias, duets, and choruses, each bringing depth and richness to the narrative.
This 2014 recording, released by The Art Of Singing, presents the complete opera in a duration of 1 hour and 46 minutes. The album features a stellar cast bringing Lortzing's characters to life, with each track meticulously crafted to capture the essence of the original performance. From the playful "Da lieg, du altes Mordgewehr" to the poignant "Ich lasse dich nicht, nein, nein," every moment is a testament to Lortzing's genius.
Albert Lortzing, a prolific German composer, actor, and singer, is celebrated for his contributions to the operatic genre. His unique style and storytelling prowess are evident in "Undine," making it a timeless piece that continues to resonate with opera enthusiasts. This album is a perfect introduction to Lortzing's work, offering a comprehensive experience of his romantic and whimsical operatic style.
Tracks
Udine: VorspielAlbert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger
Undine, Act I: "Da lieg, du altes Mordgewehr" (Veit)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Karl Krollmann
Undine, Act I: "Ach, welche Freude, welche Wonne!" (Undine, Tobias, Marthe, Pater, Hugo)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Valérie Bak, Heinrich Sailer, Ina Gerheim, Rudolf Wünzer, Josef Traxel
Undine, Act I: "Ich ritt zum grossen Waffenspiele" (Hugo, Undine)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Josef Traxel, Valérie Bak
Undine, Act I: "Züchtig Bräutlein, darfst erscheinen" (Chor)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Valérie Bak, Marianne Schech, Josef Traxel, Karl Krollmann, Gottfried Fehr, Rudolf Wünzer, Heinrich Sailer, Ina Gerheim, Richard Kogel
Undine, Act I: "Uns beiden ist die Hauptstadt wohlbekannt" (Veit, Kühleborn, Hugo, Undine)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Karl Krollmann, Gottfried Fehr, Josef Traxel, Valérie Bak
Undine, Act II: ZwischenspielAlbert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger
Undine, Act II: "Was seh ich ! Ihr seit glücklich wieder da" (Veit, Hans)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Karl Krollmann, Richard Kogel
Undine, Act II: "So wisse, dass in allen Elementen" (Undine, Kühleborn, Bertalda, Hugo, Marthe, Tobias)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Valérie Bak, Gottfried Fehr, Marianne Schech, Josef Traxel, Ina Gerheim, Heinrich Sailer
Undine, Act II: "Für euch, o Fürstin, eine frohe Kunde" (Kühleborn, Bertalda, Hugo, Undine)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Gottfried Fehr, Marianne Schech, Josef Traxel, Valérie Bak
Undine, Act II: "Sei stark, Bertalda, mag dein Herz auch brechen" (Bertalda, Kühleborn, Undine, Hugo)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Marianne Schech, Gottfried Fehr, Valérie Bak, Josef Traxel
Undine, Act II: "Es wohnt' am Seegestade" (Kühleborn, Bertalda, Undine, Marthe, Tobias)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Gottfried Fehr, Marianne Schech, Valérie Bak, Ina Gerheim, Heinrich Sailer
Undine, Act III: "O auf, ihr Zecher, seht der Becher" (Chor)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Valérie Bak, Marianne Schech, Josef Traxel, Karl Krollmann, Gottfried Fehr, Rudolf Wünzer, Heinrich Sailer, Ina Gerheim, Richard Kogel
Undine, Act III: "Vater, Mutter, Schwestern, Brüder" (Veit)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Karl Krollmann
Undine, Act III: "Ich lasse dich nicht, nein, nein" (Hugo, Bertalda, Undine)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Josef Traxel, Marianne Schech, Valérie Bak
Undine, Act III: "Nun ist's vollbracht" (Kühleborn, Undine)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Gottfried Fehr, Valérie Bak
Undine, Act IV: "Füllt die Pokale! Fröhlichkeit strahle" (Hugo, Bertalda, Kühleborn, Undine)Albert Lortzing, Orchestra Sinfonica della RAI, Robert Heger, Josef Traxel, Marianne Schech, Gottfried Fehr, Valérie Bak
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