Dive into the world of dark cabaret with Bertolt Brecht's "Weill: Die Dreigroschenoper," a captivating exploration of the macabre and the mundane. Released on August 1, 2010, under the Capriccio label, this album is a testament to Brecht's unique vision and Kurt Weill's hauntingly beautiful compositions. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, the album is a journey through the seedy underbelly of society, as depicted in the iconic "Threepenny Opera."
The album features a rich tapestry of songs, each one a vivid portrayal of life's harsh realities and the human condition. From the chilling "Moritat von Mackie Messer" (Ballad of Mack the Knife) to the defiant "Seerauber-Jenny" (Pirate Jenny), Brecht's lyrics and Weill's music create a world that is both unsettling and strangely alluring. The album also includes arrangements for wind orchestra and full orchestra, showcasing the versatility and enduring appeal of these timeless compositions.
"Die Dreigroschenoper" is not just a collection of songs; it's a theatrical experience that challenges and provokes. Brecht's sharp social commentary and Weill's innovative music come together to create a work that is as relevant today as it was when it first premiered. Whether you're a longtime fan of Brecht and Weill or a newcomer to their work, this album is a must-listen for anyone with a taste for the dark and the dramatic.
Tracks
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Prelude: Moritat von Mackie Messer (Ballad of Mack the Knife): Und der Haifisch, der hat Zahne (Ballad Singer)Studio Orchestra, Kurt Gerron, Various Artists, Harald Paulsen
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Act I: Kanonen-Song (Cannon Song): John war darunter und Jim war dabei (Macheath, Brown)Kurt Gerron, Harald Paulsen, Various Artists, Studio Orchestra
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Act III: Lied von der Unzulanglichkeit menschlichen Strebens (Song of the Insufficiency of Human Endeavour): Der Mensch lebt durch den Kopf (Peachum)Kurt Gerron, Harald Paulsen, Studio Orchestra, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Act II: Ballade vom angenehmen Leben (Ballade of Good Living): Ihr Herrn, urteilt jetzt selbst (Macheath)Various Artists, Harald Paulsen, Studio Orchestra, Kurt Gerron
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Act I: Meine Herrn, heut sehn Sie mich Glaser aufwaschen, "Seerauber-Jenny" (Pirate Jenny) (Polly)Various Artists, Studio Orchestra, Carola Neher
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Act I: Barbara-Song: Einst glaubte ich (Polly)Various Artists, Studio Orchestra, Carola Neher
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): The Songs of Die DreigroschenoperArthur Schroder, Carola Neher, Dreigroschen Band, Kurt Gerron, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Act I: Kanonen-Song (Cannon Song)Various Artists, Dreigroschenoper Band
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Act II: Zuhalterballade (Ballade of Immoral Earnings)Dreigroschenoper Band, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera), Act I: Meine Herrn, heut sehn Sie mich Glaser aufwaschen, "Seerauber-Jenny" (Pirate Jenny) (Polly)Various Artists, Kurt Gerron, Lotte Lenya, Lewis Ruth Band
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera), Act I: Barbara-Song: Einst glaubte ich - Act II: Eifersuchtsduett: Komm heraus, du Schonheit von SohoLewis Ruth Band, Kurt Gerron, Erika Helmke, Lotte Lenya, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for wind orchestra): Prelude: Moritat von Mackie Messer (Ballad of Mack the Knife)Various Artists, Berlin Staatsoper Orchestra, members
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for wind orchestra): Act II: Ballade vom angenehmen Leben (Ballade of Good Living)Berlin Staatsoper Orchestra, members, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for wind orchestra): Act II: Zuhalterballade (Ballade of Immoral Earnings)Berlin Staatsoper Orchestra, members, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for wind orchestra): Act I: Kanonen-Song (Cannon Song)Berlin Staatsoper Orchestra, members, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for wind orchestra): Prelude: Moritat von Mackie Messer (Ballad of Mack the Knife) - Act I: Morgenchoral des Peachum (Peachum's Morning Hymn)Various Artists, Wind Orchestra
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for wind orchestra): Act II: Zuhalterballade (Ballade of Immoral Earnings) - Act I: Kanonen-Song (Cannon Song)Wind Orchestra, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (Sung in French): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera), Act I: Chant de Barbara (Barbara-Song) (Polly)Pierre Chagnon Orchestra, Lys Gauty, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (Sung in French): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera), Act I: Fiancee du pirate "Seerauber-Jenny" (Pirate Jenny) (Polly)Various Artists, Odette Florelle, Jean Lenoir Orchestra
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (Sung in French): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera), Act I: Chant des canons (Cannon Song) (Macheath, Brown)Marianne Oswald, Pierre Chagnon Orchestra, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (Sung in Danish): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera), Act I: Jomfru Dilemma (Barbara-Song) (Polly)Gerda Madsen, Various Artists, Studio Orchestra
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for orchestra): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera), Act I: Moritat (Slow foxtrot) (arr. for orchestra)Haller Revue Jazz Orchestra, Various Artists
Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) (arr. for orchestra): Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera): Dance potpourri (arr. for orchestra)Marek Weber, Various Artists, Marek Weber Orchestra
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