In the realm of classical music, few names command as much respect and admiration as Nikolaus Harnoncourt. His latest offering, "Salieri: Prima la musica, poi le parole - Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486," set for release on May 21, 2025, under the prestigious Warner Classics label, promises to be a captivating journey through the works of two musical titans: Antonio Salieri and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
This album is a unique blend of two distinct yet complementary works. The first half is dedicated to Salieri's "Prima la musica e poi le parole," a lesser-known gem that showcases Salieri's musical prowess and his ability to craft engaging, melodic lines. The second half of the album features Mozart's "Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486," a delightful comic singspiel that highlights Mozart's unparalleled ability to blend humor, drama, and music into a cohesive whole.
Harnoncourt, known for his meticulous attention to detail and deep understanding of historical performance practices, brings these works to life with his characteristic precision and passion. The album's duration of 49 minutes is a testament to Harnoncourt's ability to distill the essence of these works into a concise yet satisfying listening experience.
The album features a stellar cast of performers, each bringing their unique talents to the table. The tracks range from sinfonias and arias to recitatives and finales, offering a diverse and engaging listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: SinfoniaAntonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: Duetto. "Signor Poeta mio" (Poeta, Maestro)Antonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Robert Holl, Thomas Hampson, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: Recitativo. "Non dubitar, verrò" (Eleonora)Antonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Roberta Alexander, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: Aria. "Là tu vedrai chi sono" (Eleonora)Antonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Roberta Alexander, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: Trio. "Cari oggetti" (Eleonora, Poeta, Maestro)Antonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Robert Holl, Roberta Alexander, Thomas Hampson, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: Aria. "Via largo, largo, largo" - Recitativo. "Voi non piangete, o perfidi?" (Tonina, Poeta, Maestro)Antonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Julia Hamari, Robert Holl, Thomas Hampson, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: Cavatina. "Cucuzze! Che concorso" (Tonina)Antonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Julia Hamari, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Salieri: Prima la musica e poi le parole: Finale. "Se questo mio pianto il cor non ti tocca" (Eleonora, Tonina, Poeta, Maestro)Antonio Salieri, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Julia Hamari, Robert Holl, Roberta Alexander, Thomas Hampson, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486: OuvertüreWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486: Ariette. "Da schlägt die Abschiedsstunde" (Madame Herz)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Magda Nador, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486: Rondo. "Bester Jüngling! Mit Entzücken" (Mademoiselle Silberklang)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Krisztina Láki, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486: Terzett. "Ich bin die erste Sängerin" (Madame Herz, Mademoiselle Silberklang, Monsieur Vogelsang)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Krisztina Láki, Magda Nador, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Mozart: Der Schauspieldirektor, K. 486: Vaudeville. "Jeder Künstler strebt nach Ehre" (Madame Herz, Mademoiselle Silberklang, Monsieur Vogelsang, Buff)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Harry Van Der Kamp, Krisztina Láki, Magda Nador, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
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