Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Wintermärchen" by Philippe Boesmans, a captivating operatic journey based on Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale." Released on January 1, 2000, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album offers a rich, 119-minute exploration of love, jealousy, and redemption through the lens of Boesmans' distinctive compositional style.
The album is a complete performance of Boesmans' opera, divided into four acts, each brimming with dramatic tension and lyrical beauty. The tracklist features a stellar cast of vocalists, bringing to life the intricate relationships and emotional turmoil of the characters. From the chilling paranoia of Leontes to the tender love story of Florizel and Perdita, every note is a testament to Boesmans' mastery of orchestration and vocal writing.
Boesmans' "Wintermärchen" is not just a retelling of Shakespeare's classic; it's a fresh, musical interpretation that stands on its own. The opera's blend of traditional and modern elements, along with its rich harmonic language, makes it a compelling listen for both opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic intensity of the ensemble pieces or the soaring beauty of the solo arias, this album promises a deeply engaging experience.
Tracks
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 1: Beginning - "Für den Winter" (Green, Leontes, Polixenes)Philippe Boesmans, Heinz Zednik, Dale Duesing, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 1: Zu kalt, zu kalt (Hermione, Leontes, Gree, Polixenes)Philippe Boesmans, Susan Chilcott, Dale Duesing, Heinz Zednik, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 1: Heiss, zu heiss (Leontes, Green)Philippe Boesmans, Dale Duesing, Heinz Zednik, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 1: Was macht der König (Polixenes, Leontes, Hermione)Philippe Boesmans, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Dale Duesing, Susan Chilcott, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 1: Camillo - Mein Herr (Leontes, Camillo)Philippe Boesmans, Dale Duesing, Franz-Josef Selig, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 1: Dein Spross ist scheu (Polixenes, Camillo)Philippe Boesmans, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Franz-Josef Selig, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 2: Die Königin ist schon ganz rund (Hofdamen, Hermione)Philippe Boesmans, Ismini Giannakis, Laurence Misonne, Djamilia Kamal Babaeva, Susan Chilcott, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 2: Eine Spinne im Becher (Leontes, Hofdamen, Hermione)Philippe Boesmans, Dale Duesing, Ismini Giannakis, Laurence Misonne, Djamilia Kamal Babaeva, Susan Chilcott, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 2: Hoheit, Hoheit bitte (Gefolgsmänner, Antigonus, Leontes)Philippe Boesmans, Juha Kotilainen, Dale Duesing, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano, Choeur De La Monnaie, Renato Balsadonna
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 2: Scene 2 - "Mein armer Bub" (Leontes, Antigonus, Paulina, Gefolgsmänenr)Philippe Boesmans, Dale Duesing, Juha Kotilainen, Cornelia Kallisch, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano, Choeur De La Monnaie, Renato Balsadonna
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 2: Scene 3 - "Arme Königin" (Paulina, Green, Hofdamen, Hofherren, Hermione, Leontes, Orakel)Philippe Boesmans, Cornelia Kallisch, Heinz Zednik, Ismini Giannakis, Laurence Misonne, Djamilia Kamal Babaeva, Lorenzo Caròla, Jacques Does, Susan Chilcott, Dale Duesing, Franz-Josef Selig, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: Ich bin die Herrin Zeit (Die Zeit, Polixenes, Camillo)Philippe Boesmans, Heinz Zednik, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Franz-Josef Selig, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: Ich träumte jede Nacht (Camillo, Florizel)Philippe Boesmans, Franz-Josef Selig, Kris Dane, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: Would you flee (Florizel)Philippe Boesmans, Kris Dane, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: Today in our land (Taschendiebe, Böhm.Soldat, Böhm.Mädchen)Philippe Boesmans, Lorenzo Caròla, Juha Kotilainen, Gerard Lavalle, Laurence Misonne, Djamilia Kamal Babaeva, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: How beautiful she dances (Polixenes, Camillo, Jazz-Band)Philippe Boesmans, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Franz-Josef Selig, Aka Moon, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: Welcome (Taschendieb, Böhm.Mädchen, Polixenes, Florizel, Böhm.Soldat)Philippe Boesmans, Lorenzo Caròla, Juha Kotilainen, Laurence Misonne, Djamilia Kamal Babaeva, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Kris Dane, Gerard Lavalle, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: Your divorce (Polixenes)Philippe Boesmans, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 3: Why look at me like that (Florizel, Camillo)Philippe Boesmans, Franz-Josef Selig, Kris Dane, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 4: Beginnig - "Ich denke weiter und weiter" (Leontes, Paulina, Green)Philippe Boesmans, Dale Duesing, Cornelia Kallisch, Heinz Zednik, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 4: König, jetzt ist genug (Hofdamen, Hofherren)Philippe Boesmans, Ismini Giannakis, Laurence Misonne, Djamilia Kamal Babaeva, Lorenzo Caròla, Jacques Does, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 4: Frischer Atem (Green, Leontes, Paulina, Böhm.Soldat)Philippe Boesmans, Heinz Zednik, Dale Duesing, Cornelia Kallisch, Gerard Lavalle, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 4: O weh (Polixenes)Philippe Boesmans, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 4: Ich weine um Antiginus (Paulina, Green, Polixenes, Camillo, Frauenchor)Philippe Boesmans, Cornelia Kallisch, Heinz Zednik, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Franz-Josef Selig, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano, Choeur De La Monnaie, Renato Balsadonna
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 4: Ihr Götter (Hermione)Philippe Boesmans, Susan Chilcott, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
Wintermärchen (Le conte d'hiver) / Act 4: Friede, Paulina (Leontes)Philippe Boesmans, Dale Duesing, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Antonio Pappano
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