Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari's delightful opera, 'Il Segreto di Susanna' (Susanna's Secret), is a true masterpiece of early 20th-century music. This charming intermezzo in one act, premiered in Munich in 1909, tells the story of a husband who suspects his wife of hiding a secret, and the comedic events that unfold as he tries to uncover the truth.
The album, 'Wolf-Ferrari: Il Segreto di Susanna - Serenade for Strings in E-Flat Major', released on 8 March 2019 by Naxos, features a stunning performance of the opera, alongside the beautiful 'Serenade for Strings in E-Flat Major'. The serenade, comprising four movements - Allegro, Andante, Scherzo, and Finale - showcases Wolf-Ferrari's skill in crafting exquisite music for strings.
With a duration of one hour and six minutes, this opera album is a must-listen for fans of the genre. The music is performed by esteemed musicians, including Lidia Fridman as Countess Susanna and Omar Montanari as Count Gil, bringing the story to life with their talented voices.
Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari's 'Il Segreto di Susanna' is a rare gem in the world of opera, and this recording is a wonderful opportunity to experience his work. So, sit back and enjoy the beautiful music and hilarious story of 'Il Segreto di Susanna', expertly performed and recorded by Naxos.
Tracks
Il Segreto di Susanna: OuvertüreErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Mantiglia grigia... Cappellino rosaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Ben lo conosco l'odor molestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Evitiam che un domesticoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Guardala! Con quell'aria ingenua e francaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Dal suo gesticolare - Il dolce idilloErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Judith Howarth, Àngel Òdena, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Ah! L'odore fatal sin nella veste!Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Ah! Scellerata!Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Intermezzo - Coglierla debbo...Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Via, così non mi lasciateErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Judith Howarth, Àngel Òdena, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Bravo Sante, chiudiam tutte le porteErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Chi è là? - Son io SusannaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Judith Howarth, Àngel Òdena, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Oh gioia la nube leggeraErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Il Segreto di Susanna: Ti colgo questa volta!Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Àngel Òdena, Judith Howarth, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Serenade for Strings in E-Flat Major: I. AllegroErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Serenade for Strings in E-Flat Major: II. AndanteErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Serenade for Strings in E-Flat Major: III. Scherzo. PrestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
Serenade for Strings in E-Flat Major: IV. Finale. PrestoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Oviedo Filarmonía, Friedrich Haider
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