Immerse yourself in the captivating world of opera with Anja Silja's powerful performance in "Schoenberg: Erwartung / Berg: Lulu Suite." This album, released on January 1, 2011, under Decca Music Group Ltd., showcases Silja's extraordinary vocal range and dramatic prowess. The album is a compelling journey through two significant works of 20th-century opera: Arnold Schoenberg's "Erwartung" and Alban Berg's "Lulu Suite."
"Erwartung," a monodrama for soprano and orchestra, is a psychological tour de force that explores the fragmented thoughts and emotions of a woman searching for her lover in a dark, eerie forest. Silja's haunting and expressive delivery brings depth and intensity to this challenging role. The second half of the album features the "Lulu Suite" from Berg's opera "Lulu." This suite, a symphonic condensation of the opera, is a masterful blend of orchestral and vocal elements, with Silja's performance highlighting the complex and tragic character of Lulu.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a testament to Silja's artistry and the enduring power of these operatic masterpieces. Whether you're an opera enthusiast or new to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Erwartung, Op. 17: Hier hinein?Arnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Ist das noch der Weg?Arnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Da kommt ein Licht!Arnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Er ist auch nicht daArnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Es ist noch da...Herrgott in HimmelArnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Aber so seltsam ist dein AugeArnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Du siehst wieder dort hin!Arnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Oh! nicht einmal die GnadeArnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Erwartung, Op. 17: Liebster, Liebster, der Morgen kommtArnold Schoenberg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Lulu Suite: 1. RondoAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Lulu Suite: 2. OstinatoAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Lulu Suite: 3. Lulu's SongAlban Berg, Anja Silja, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Lulu Suite: 4. VariationsAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Lulu Suite: 5. AdagioAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Im SommerwindAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
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