Immerse yourself in the profound and powerful world of Richard Wagner with the album "Conducting Wagner," released on January 1, 2000, under the Maestoso label. This extraordinary collection of Wagner's most iconic works offers a comprehensive journey through the composer's operatic masterpieces, spanning a generous duration of 4 hours and 45 minutes.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of excerpts from Wagner's most celebrated operas, including "Tristan und Isolde," "Lohengrin," "Tannhäuser," "Die Walküre," "Parsifal," "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg," "Siegfried," and "Götterdämmerung." Each piece showcases Wagner's unparalleled ability to blend profound emotion with intricate musical complexity, making this album a quintessential exploration of his genius.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Isoldes Liebestod" to the triumphant "Heil König Heinrich," and the dramatic intensity of "Brunnhild, die heerste Frau," this album captures the essence of Wagner's revolutionary contributions to the world of opera. Whether you are a seasoned aficionado of classical music or a newcomer eager to discover the depths of Wagner's compositions, "Conducting Wagner" promises an enriching and unforgettable listening experience.
Tracks
Tristan und Isolde, Act I: OvertureRichard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus
Tristan und Isolde, Act II: "Horst du sie noch?"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Tristan und Isolde, Act II: "Tatest du's wirklich?"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus
Tristan und Isolde, Act III: OvertureRichard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick
Tristan und Isolde, Act III: "Isoldes Liebstod"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick
Tristan und Isolde, Act III: "Dunky dich das? Ich weiss es anders"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Lohengrin, Act I: "Das susse Lied verhalt"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick
Lohengrin, Act III: "Heil konig heinrich"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus
Lohengrin, Act III: "In fernem land"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus
Lohengrin, Act III: "Mein lieber Schwan"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Tannhauser: OvertureRichard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Tannhauser: "Fragment der Sängerkrieg auf Wartburg"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick
Die Walkure, Act III: Pt. 1Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Die Walkure, Act III: Pt. 2Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller
Die Walkure, Act III: Pt. 3Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Parsifal, Act I: Scene 1Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus
Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg, Act I: "Halt! Meister! Nicht so geeilt!"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg, Act II: "Was duftet doch der Flieder- Guten Abend, Meister!"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Siegfried: "Zwischenaktmusik"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus
Gotterdammerung: "Siegrieds Rheunfahrt"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Gottlob Frick, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Gotterdammerung, Act II: "Brunnhild, die heerste Frau"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden
Gotterdammerung, Act III: "Her den Ring!"Richard Wagner, Wilhelm Furtwängler, Maria Muller, Orchester des Opernhauses Covent Garden, Gottlob Frick, Ludwig Suthaus
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