Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Erich Wolfgang Korngold's "Die stumme Serenade" (The Silent Serenade), a remarkable opera that showcases the composer's extraordinary talent and musical prowess. Released on March 4, 2014, under the Archipel label, this album presents a complete performance of Korngold's Op. 36, a work that beautifully blends drama, romance, and intrigue.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 39 minutes, "Die stumme Serenade" is a rich tapestry of musical storytelling. The opera unfolds in two acts, each filled with a variety of characters and scenarios that Korngold brings to life through his evocative compositions. From the overture that sets the stage to the final dramatic moments, the album is a testament to Korngold's ability to create engaging and emotionally resonant music.
The opera's plot revolves around a series of events centered around a fashion house in Paris, involving love, deception, and redemption. The characters, including Silvia, Andrea, Louise, and others, each have their own unique stories and motivations, which are beautifully conveyed through Korngold's music. The album features a cast of talented vocalists who bring these characters to life with their powerful performances.
Erich Wolfgang Korngold, known for his lush and romantic style, demonstrates his mastery of orchestration and melodic invention in "Die stumme Serenade." The opera is a prime example of his ability to create music that is both deeply expressive and highly engaging. Whether you are a fan of classical music, opera, or simply appreciate great storytelling, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
"Die stumme Serenade" is not just an opera; it is a journey through the complexities of human emotion and the power of music to convey those emotions. Korngold's genius shines through in every note, making this album a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the art of musical storytelling.
Tracks
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: OvertureErich Wolfgang Korngold, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Zu Hilfe! … Donna Silvia! (Silvia, Bettina)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown, Poldi Wilczek
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Das ist ja entsetzlich! (Mannequins)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Liane Synek, Hansi Schenk, Tonja Sontis, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Wenn's in Paris Mitternacht (Louise, Mannequins, Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Rosl Schwaiger, Liane Synek, Hansi Schenk, Tonja Sontis, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Meine Damen, ich kann nicht gestatten (Andrea, Louise, Mannequins)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Rosl Schwaiger, Liane Synek, Hansi Schenk, Tonja Sontis, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Ja, Madonna Silvia … Tausend susse (Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: O, Signora Lombardi, treten sie ein! (Laura, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Susi Witt, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Wenn eine Frau vor'm Spiegel steht (Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Donna Silvia Lombardi, ich bin entzuckt! (Andrea, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Ein Schneider macht Kleider (Silvia, Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Signor Andrea, die Polizei! (Laura, Caretto, Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Susi Witt, Kurt Preger, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Ah, da ist ja das Modehaus! (Sam, Louise)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Franz Boheim, Rosl Schwaiger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Wenn ich wusst' (Sam, Louise)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Franz Boheim, Rosl Schwaiger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Wo ist die heutige Zeitung? (Lugarini, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Egon von Jordan, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Freund, du lebst vorbei am Gluck (Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Du bist noch immer dieselbe (Lugarini, Silvia, Caretto)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Egon von Jordan, Hilde Ceska, Kurt Preger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: War ich ein Verbrecher (Caretto)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Kurt Preger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Guten Tag! (Caretto, Pater)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Kurt Preger, Herbert Hauk, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Halt! Eine Idee! (Caretto, Kerkermeister, Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Emmerich Vukovic, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Ich seh dein Bild vor mir (Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Buona sera! (Caretto, Andrea, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Kurt Preger, Fred Liewehr, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act I: Wir nehmen an, es ist gestern Nacht (Caretto, Andrea, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Kurt Preger, Fred Liewehr, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Im Namen seiner Majestat des Konigs! (Vorsitzender, Andrea, Laura, Caretta, Lugarini, Louise)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Victor Braun, Fred Liewehr, Susi Witt, Egon von Jordan, Hilde Ceska, Rosl Schwaiger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Mein Herz schwebt durch die Nacht zu dir (Andrea, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Mon Dieu! Laura! (Louise, Silvia, Lugarini, Andrea, Caretto, Vorsitzender)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Rosl Schwaiger, Hilde Ceska, Egon von Jordan, Fred Liewehr, Kurt Preger, Victor Braun, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: TanzpantomimeErich Wolfgang Korngold, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Seid ihr fertig? (Silvia, Bettina)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Poldi Wilczek, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Die Nacht ist einsam ohne dich! (Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Verzeihen mein Herr! (Bettina, Andrea, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Poldi Wilczek, Fred Liewehr, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Schonste Nacht, letzte Nacht meines Lebens (Andrea, Silvia)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Hilde Ceska, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Silvia! Andrea! Etwas schreckliches ist (Caretta, Silvia, Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Kurt Preger, Hilde Ceska, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Marsch und RevolutionErich Wolfgang Korngold, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Es lebe der Ministerprasident! (Offizier, Andrea, Caretto)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Franz Emmerich, Fred Liewehr, Kurt Preger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Ich griff nach einem Stern (Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Herein! (Andrea, Offizier, Louise)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Fred Liewehr, Franz Emmerich, Rosl Schwaiger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Geschwind hereinspaziert! (Louise, Andrea, Mannequins)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Rosl Schwaiger, Fred Liewehr, Liane Synek, Hansi Schenk, Tonja Sontis, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Aber jetzt mussen wir uns empfehlen! (Louise, Mannequins, Andrea, Offizier, Sam)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Rosl Schwaiger, Liane Synek, Hansi Schenk, Tonja Sontis, Fred Liewehr, Franz Emmerich, Franz Boheim, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Sei nicht so indiskret! (Sam, Louise)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Franz Boheim, Rosl Schwaiger, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Andrea! … Silvia! (Silvia, Andrea, Offizier, Marcelini)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Fred Liewehr, Franz Emmerich, Felix Dombrowsky, Artist Unknown
Die Stumme Serenade (The Silent Serenade), Op. 36: Act II: Zu Hilfe! (Silvia, Andrea)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Hilde Ceska, Fred Liewehr, Artist Unknown
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