Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Helge Rosvaenge with this captivating collection of scenes from two of opera's most beloved works, Andrea Chenier and Rigoletto. Released on September 30, 2006, by Preiser Records, this album showcases Rosvaenge's unparalleled vocal prowess and dramatic depth, spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes.
The album opens with a series of powerful arias and ensembles from Umberto Giordano's Andrea Chenier, including the stirring "Den Blick hatt´ ich einst erhoben" and the intense "Als Feind des Vaterlandes." Rosvaenge's portrayal of the passionate poet Chenier is both nuanced and commanding, bringing to life the character's emotional turmoil and revolutionary fervor.
The second half of the album features selections from Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto, where Rosvaenge takes on the role of the hunchbacked jester with equal mastery. From the playful "Freundlich blick ich auf diese und jene" to the heart-wrenching "Ach armer Rigoletto," Rosvaenge's performance is a testament to his versatility and emotional range.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling journey through two of the most dramatic and musically rich operas in the repertoire. Helge Rosvaenge's extraordinary voice and interpretive skill make this a recording that will captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Den Blick hatt´ ich einst erhoben (Andrea Chenier)Helge Rosvaenge, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Das ist der Altar (Andrea Chenier)Helge Rosvaenge, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin, Käthe Heidersbach
Als Feind des Vaterlandes (Andrea Chenier)Willi Domgraf - Fassbänder, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Charles Gerard? Dort ist er (Andrea Chenier)Käthe Heidersbach, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin, Willi Domgraf - Fassbänder
Von Blut gerötet war meine Schwelle (Andrea Chenier)Käthe Heidersbach, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Mutter Cadet! Dicht an die Schranken (Andrea Chenier)Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Ich war Soldat (Andrea Chenier)Helge Rosvaenge, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Man wird die Zeugen hören! (Andrea Chenier)Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Gleich einem Frühlingsabend (Andrea Chenier)Helge Rosvaenge, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Du kommst daher (Andrea Chenier)Helge Rosvaenge, Käthe Heidersbach, Chor Der Staatsoper Berlin
Präludium, Introduktion, Szene Herzog-Borsa (Rigoletto)Helge Rosvaenge, Ernst Kurz, Berliner Rundfunk Orchester
Freundlich blick ich auf diese und jene (Rigoletto)Berliner Rundfunk Orchester
Giovanna, mir ist so bange (Rigoletto)Maria Cebotari, Berliner Rundfunk Orchester
Liebe ist Seligkeit (Rigoletto)Helge Rosvaenge, Berliner Rundfunk Orchester, Maria Cebotari
Ach armer Rigoletto (Rigoletto)Berliner Rundfunk Orchester, Willi Domgraf - Fassbänder
Feile Sklaven, ihr habt sie verhandelt (Rigoletto)Willi Domgraf - Fassbänder, Berliner Rundfunk Orchester
Du liebst ihn? Immer! (Rigoletto)Helge Rosvaenge, Berliner Rundfunk Orchester, Willi Domgraf - Fassbänder, Maria Cebotari
O wie so trügerisch (Rigoletto)Helge Rosvaenge, Berliner Rundfunk Orchester
Als Tänzerin erschienst du mir (Rigoletto)Helge Rosvaenge, Elisabeth Waldenau, Berliner Rundfunk Orchester, Willi Domgraf - Fassbänder, Maria Cebotari
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