Immerse yourself in the profound and thought-provoking world of Karl Amadeus Hartmann's "Simplicius Simplicissimus," a groundbreaking anti-war opera that stands as a testament to the composer's genius and his enduring relevance. This hybrid SACD recording, released on September 29, 2009, by BR-Klassik, offers a captivating journey through Hartmann's unique musical landscape, spanning a total of 1 hour and 57 minutes across 32 tracks.
Karl Amadeus Hartmann, a towering figure in 20th-century classical music, crafted "Simplicius Simplicissimus" as a powerful commentary on the human condition, drawing inspiration from the novel of the same name by Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen. The opera, composed between 1934 and 1935, is a masterful blend of drama, philosophy, and music, showcasing Hartmann's distinctive style and his deep concern for the moral and ethical dimensions of life.
The 2005 Bavarian Radio Version, meticulously prepared by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch, brings new life to Hartmann's original vision. The opera unfolds in a series of vivid scenes, each exploring different facets of the protagonist's journey. From the haunting overture to the intense dramatic confrontations and the poignant choral passages, the album is a rich tapestry of musical expression.
The cast, featuring renowned artists such as Helmut Berger-Tuna and Bodo Brinkmann, delivers a stellar performance that captures the essence of Hartmann's score. The Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks provides impeccable support, bringing out the full depth and nuance of the composition.
"Simplicius Simplicissimus" is not just an opera; it is a profound exploration of war, humanity, and the search for meaning. Hartmann's music, with its powerful rhythms, evocative melodies, and rich harmonies, creates a deeply moving experience that resonates long after the final note fades away. This album is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of music, literature, and philosophy, and a testament to Hartmann's enduring legacy as one of the most significant composers of the 20th century.
Tracks
Simplicius Simplicissimus: Overture (2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch)Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act I Scene 1: Anno Domini (Chorus, Speaker) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Munich Radio Orchestra, Christian Gerhaher, Die Singphoniker, Ulf Schirmer
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act I Scene 1: Bub sei fleissig (Bauer, Simplicius) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Michael Volle, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act I Scene 1: Du sehr verachter Bauerstand (Simplicius) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act I Scene 1: Traum (2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch)Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act I Scene 1: Hunger und Durst (Landsknecht, Simplicius) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Christian Gerhaher, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act I Scene 2: Da schaut die losgelassenen Teufel (Bauer, Speaker) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Christian Gerhaher, Michael Volle, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 1: Komm, Trost der Nacht (Einsiedel) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 1: Baume, lauter Baume (Simplicius, Einsiedel) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 1: Ich sehe wohl (Simplicius, Einsiedel) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 1: Unser lieber Vater (Simplicius, Einsiedel) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 1: Simplici ein vernunftiger Mensch (Chorus, Speaker) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Christian Gerhaher, Die Singphoniker, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 2: Nun Simplici, liebes Kind (Einsiedel, Simplicius) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 2: So geht das schnode Leben hin (Einsiedel, Simplicius) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 2: Mein lieber und wahrer, einziger Sohn (Einsiedel, Simplicius, Chorus) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 2: Vater! Herzliebster Vater! (Simplicius, Chorus) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Die Singphoniker, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 3: Hut Dich, Bauer, ich komm (Chorus, Feldwebel, Landsknecht, Simplicius) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Christian Gerhaher, Michael Volle, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Die Singphoniker
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act II Scene 3: Soll ich dich zeitlich oder ewig strafen (Feldwebel, Simplicius, Chorus) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Michael Volle, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Die Singphoniker
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: Bankett beim Gouverneur (2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch)Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: 3 Tanze der Dame: No. 1, Sehr schnell (2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch)Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: 3 Tanze der Dame: No. 2, Lustig (2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch)Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: 3 Tanze der Dame: No. 3, Furioso (2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch)Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: Als Manner sind wir durchaus ehrlich (Hauptmann, Gouverneur) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Michael Volle, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: Hochedler Herr Gubernator (Landsknecht, Gouverneur, Simplicius) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Christian Gerhaher, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Camilla Nylund, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: Spiel 1: Simplex sieht erstmal einen Tanz (Sprecher, Simplicius, Landsknecht, Hauptmann, Gouverneur) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Christian Gerhaher, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: Spiel 2: Simplex das Lob der Jungfrau beschreibet (Speaker, Simplicius, Hauptmann, Gouverneur) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Christian Gerhaher, Michael Volle, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: Bravo, Simplici, bravissimo (Governeur, Simplicius, Hauptmann) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Michael Volle, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III: Dank Herr, dass ihr mich so ehrt - Scene 1: Das ist brav von dir - Scene 2: Diese sehen ernstlich und etwas reputierlicher aus (Gouverneur, Simplicius, Hauptmann) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Camilla Nylund, Will Hartmann, Michael Volle, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III Scene 3: Diese sind eine schwere last fur die Wurzeln (Gouverneur) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Will Hartmann, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III Scene 4: Ihr alle martert und qualt unsaglich (Gouverneur, Chorus) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Will Hartmann, Die Singphoniker, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra
Simplicius Simplicissimus, Act III Scene 4: Gespriesen sei der Richeter der Wahrheit (Simplicius, Chorus, Speaker) [2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch]Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Christian Gerhaher, Ulf Schirmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Camilla Nylund, Die Singphoniker
Simplicius Simplicissimus: Karl Amadeus Hartmann and the original version of Simplicius Simplicissimus (2005 Bavarian Radio Version by W. Hiller and R. Klimesch)Karl Amadeus Hartmann, Bernhard Neuhoff, Wilfried Hiller, Ulf Schirmer, Elisabeth Hartmann
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