Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Richard Wagner with this captivating album, released on January 1, 1967, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd. This collection is a treasure trove for both opera and classical music enthusiasts, offering a deep dive into Wagner's masterful compositions.
The album begins with the serene and intimate "Siegfried Idyll," a beautiful orchestral piece that showcases Wagner's ability to evoke a sense of warmth and tenderness. Following this, the "Kinder-Katechismus" provides a playful and educational exploration of musical themes, making it an engaging listen for all ages.
The heart of the album lies in the extensive introduction to "Der Ring des Nibelungen," meticulously narrated by Deryck Cooke. This comprehensive guide breaks down the monumental four-opera cycle into digestible segments, each focusing on specific motifs and their significance within the grand narrative. Cooke's insightful commentary accompanies carefully selected musical excerpts, offering listeners a unique opportunity to understand the depth and complexity of Wagner's leitmotif technique. The introduction spans 39 tracks, each shedding light on different aspects of the cycle, from the fundamental nature motifs to the intricate character themes and symbolic elements.
With a total runtime of 2 hours and 41 minutes, this album is a substantial and enriching experience. Wagner's genius shines through in every note, making it a compelling addition to any classical music collection. Whether you're a seasoned Wagner aficionado or a newcomer to his work, this album provides a fascinating and accessible entry point into the world of "Der Ring des Nibelungen."
Tracks
Siegfried Idyll, WWV 103Richard Wagner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Walter Weller, Sir Georg Solti
Kinder-Katechismus, WWV 106Richard Wagner, Vienna Boys' Choir, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 1. Of All Great Musical Compositions (Ex.1-4)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 2. The Fundamental Symbol (Ex.5-11)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 3. Returning Now to the Nature Motive (Ex.12-16)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 4. A number of Further Motives (Ex.17-21)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 5. A second, Much Smaller Family (Ex.22-25)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 6. So Much for Nature (Ex.26-38)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 7. The Cause of the Deterioration (Ex.39-44)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 8. The Other Transformation (Ex.45-48)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 9. Several Other Motives (Ex.49-52)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 10. Two Further Motives (Ex.41,53-61)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 11. Basic Motive Associated With the Spear (Ex.62/68)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 12. Along Another, More Complex Line (Ex.69-72)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 13. In Act 2 of "Walküre" (Ex.69,73-75)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 14. Returning Now to Act 2 of "Walküre (Ex.76-79)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 15. Love Is Another of the Central Symbols (Ex.80-83)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 16. Later in the Same Scene (Ex.84-87)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 17. Freia's Motive Has 2 Independent Segments (Ex.88-91)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 18. The Label "Flight" (Ex.92)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 19. When Fasolt, in Scene 2 of "Rhinegold" (Ex.93-8)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 20. A Little Later in This Interlude (Ex.99-103)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 21. The Other New Motive (Ex.104-09)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 22. There Are Several Independent Love-Motives (Ex.110)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 23. The Characters in Whose Lives (Ex.115-120)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 24. One Further Motive Belongs (Ex.121)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 25. The Sword Motive Recurs (Ex.122-130)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 26. Ironically, This Phrase (Ex.131-5)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 27. Closely Associated With Gutrune's Motive (Ex.136-40)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 28. Here We Come to the End (Ex.141-6)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 29. Complementary to This Symbol (Ex.147-9)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 30. One Last Central Symbol (Ex.150-7)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 31. One Further Motive Connected (Ex.158-61)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 32. There Are 1 or 2 Motives (Ex.162-8)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 33. These Motives of Alberich & Mime (Ex.169-71)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 34. Quite a Number of Subsidiary Motives (Ex.172-6)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 35. Besides This Family of Motives (Ex.177-80)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 36. Our Final Example (Ex.10,181-2)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 37. In the Final Scene of "Götterdämmerung" (Ex.181-3)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 38. Even More Masterly (Ex.184-8)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 39. Now if We Return (Ex.189-91)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Der Ring des Nibelungen - An Introduction by Deryck Cooke: 40. This Masterly Way (Ex.192-3)Richard Wagner, Deryck Cooke, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
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