Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Ferdinand Ries with his operatic masterpiece, "Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156." Released on January 28, 2014, this two-hour chamber music journey is a testament to Ries' compositional prowess, blending classical elegance with dramatic storytelling.
The album is a complete recording of Ries' opera, featuring a rich tapestry of overtures, arias, duets, trios, and choral pieces that bring the tale of "The Bride of the Robbers" to life. Each track is meticulously crafted, showcasing Ries' ability to evoke a range of emotions through his music. From the stirring overture to the intense finales, the opera is a rollercoaster of musical drama that will keep you engaged from start to finish.
The album also includes an appendix of additional pieces, offering a deeper insight into Ries' musical versatility. These tracks, ranging from lively dances to poignant interludes, provide a delightful contrast to the operatic narrative.
Ries, a contemporary and friend of Beethoven, brings his own unique voice to the classical genre. His work is characterized by a blend of lyricism, drama, and technical brilliance, making "Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156" a standout piece in his repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156: OvertureFerdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act I: Introduction. Wilkommen zum Feste (Chorus, Anselmo, Gianettina, Graf)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Christian Immler, Julia Borchert, Jochen Kupfer, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act I: Duet. O Vater, nein! (Laura, Graf)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Ruth Ziesak, Jochen Kupfer, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act I: Aria. Er ist entfloh'n! (Roberto, Chorus)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Yorck Felix Speer, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act I: Recitative and Aria. Welche Qualen! (Laura)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Ruth Ziesak, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act I: MarciaFerdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act I: Duet. O Freund! (Fernando, Carlo, Chorus)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Thomas Blondelle, Konstantin Wolff, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act I: Finale. Auf! Die Turel nicht gezaudert (Fernando, Carlo, Graf, Robert, Pietro, Laura, Gianettina, Anselmo, Chorus)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Thomas Blondelle, Konstantin Wolff, Jochen Kupfer, Yorck Felix Speer, Dirk Schmitz, Ruth Ziesak, Julia Borchert, Christian Immler, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act II: Introduction - Romance. Ach! Dieses Hoffen (Laura)Ferdinand Ries, Ruth Ziesak, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act II: Trio. Dem Mann von Ehr' und Pflicht (Fernando, Gianettina, Laura)Ferdinand Ries, Thomas Blondelle, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Julia Borchert, Ruth Ziesak, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act II: Recitative and Aria. War's maglich? (Fernando)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Thomas Blondelle, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act II: Scene. Dein Stündlein hat geschlagen (Robert, Chorus, Laura, Fernando)Ferdinand Ries, Yorck Felix Speer, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Ruth Ziesak, Thomas Blondelle, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act II: Finale. Fernando gefangen? (Laura, Graf, Roberto, Fernando, Gianettina, Anselmo, Chorus)Ferdinand Ries, Ruth Ziesak, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Jochen Kupfer, Yorck Felix Speer, Julia Borchert, Christian Immler, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act III: IntroductionFerdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act III: Räuberlied. Fröhlich, ohne Furcht und Beben (Chorus)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act III: Duet. Hie ist's! (Fernando, Laura)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Thomas Blondelle, Ruth Ziesak, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156, Act III: Finale. Entsetzliches beginnen! (Laura, Roberto, Fernando, Chorus, Graf, Gianettina, Anselmo, Carlo)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Ruth Ziesak, Yorck Felix Speer, Thomas Blondelle, Jochen Kupfer, Julia Borchert, Christian Immler, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156: Dance. Allegro (Appendix)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156: Pas de trois. Bolero (Appendix)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156: Larghetto con moto (Appendix)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156: Allegretto (Appendix)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156: Allegro con fuoco (Appendix)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
Die Räuberbraut, Op. 156: Tarantelle. Vivace (Appendix)Ferdinand Ries, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Howard Griffiths
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