Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical music with Carl Schuricht's "Schumann: Manfred - Delius: Sea Drift & Concert Overtures." This album, released on January 5, 2018, under Urania Records, offers a rich and diverse collection of works that showcase Schuricht's mastery and the depth of classical composition.
The album begins with Schumann's dramatic and introspective "Manfred," a symphonic poem based on Lord Byron's poetic drama. This multi-act work is a journey through Manfred's tormented psyche, with Schuricht's interpretation bringing out the nuances and emotional depth of the score. Following this, you'll find Delius's "Sea Drift," a serene and evocative piece inspired by Walt Whitman's poetry, providing a stark contrast to the intensity of Schumann's work.
In addition to these longer pieces, the album also features a selection of concert overtures by Schumann, Wagner, and von Weber. These overtures, including "Richard III," "Guntram," and "Das Käthchen von Heilbronn," demonstrate the versatility and range of Schuricht's conducting, as well as the breadth of the classical repertoire. The album concludes with the "In Autumn Overture," a beautiful and evocative piece that encapsulates the essence of the season.
With a total runtime of 2 hours and 29 minutes, this album is a substantial and rewarding listen. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Carl Schuricht's "Schumann: Manfred - Delius: Sea Drift & Concert Overtures" offers a compelling and enriching musical experience.
Tracks
Manfred, Op. 115, Act I: OvertureRobert Schumann, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Manfred, Op. 115, Act I: Die Nacht kam wiederumRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Harald Baender
Manfred, Op. 115, Act I: Dein Gebot zieht herausRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act I: O Gott, ist's soRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act I: Wenn der Mond auf stiller WelleRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act I: Horch, den Ton!Robert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Walter Kottenkamp, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Manfred, Op. 115, Act II: InterludeRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Walter Kottenkamp, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Manfred, Op. 115, Act II: Du schöner Geist mit deinem Haar aus LichtRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Uta Rucker, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Manfred, Op. 115, Act II: Heil unsrem Meister! Herrn der Erd' und Luft!Robert Schumann, Stuttgart Radio Choir, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act II: Wirf in den Staub dich, den verdammten StaubRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Stuttgart Radio Choir, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act II: Zermalmt den Wurm!Robert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Franz Johann Danz, Stuttgart Radio Choir, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act II: Schatten! Geist! Was immer du seist!Robert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Franz Johann Danz, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act II: Oh höre, hör' mich, Asterte!Robert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Ingeborg Engelmann, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act III: InterludeRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Theodor Loos, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act III: Du der Natur Idol in ihrer JugendRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Theodor Loos, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act III: Blick nur hierher, und sag mir, was du siehstRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Theodor Loos, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht, Unknown Artist
Manfred, Op. 115, Act III: Requiem aeternam dona eisRobert Schumann, Peter Lühr, Theodor Loos, Stuttgart Radio Choir, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Richard III, Op. 68: OvertureFriedrich Robert Volkmann, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Guntram, Op. 25, TrV 168: OvertureRichard Strauss, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Das Käthchen von Heilbronn, Op. 17: OvertureHans Pfitzner, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
In Autumn Overture, Op. 11Edvard Grieg, Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
Sea DriftFrederick Delius, Carlos Alexander, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Carl Schuricht
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