"History Records - Classical Edition 109 - Great Voices - Hermann Prey & Fritz Wunderlich" is a captivating collection of operatic arias performed by the renowned German bass-baritone Hermann Prey, accompanied by the equally celebrated tenor Fritz Wunderlich. Released on January 1, 2012, this album is a testament to the extraordinary vocal talents of these two legendary artists, showcasing their ability to bring a wide range of characters and emotions to life through their performances.
The album spans a variety of operas, from the classic works of Mozart and Verdi to lesser-known gems like "Der Wildschütz" and "Hans Heiling." Each track is a masterclass in vocal technique and dramatic expression, with Prey and Wunderlich delivering performances that are both technically impressive and deeply moving. The album's duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes offers a substantial journey through the world of opera, highlighting the versatility and skill of these two great voices.
Recorded between 1960 and 1962, the tracks on this album capture Prey and Wunderlich at the height of their powers, offering a snapshot of their artistry during a particularly fruitful period in their careers. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to impress with its stunning performances and diverse selection of arias.
Tracks
Die Zauberflöte, Act I, Scene 2: "Der Vogelfänger bin ich ja" (Papageno) - 1961Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
Don Giovanni, Act II, Scene 10: "Folget der Heissgeliebten" (Don Ottavio) - 1961Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Fritz Wunderlich
Der Wildschütz, Act III, Scene 1: "Wie freundlich strahlt die helle Morgensonne" (Graf von Eberbach) - 1961Albert Lortzing, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
L'Elisir d'Amore, Act I, Scene 1: "Welche Huld und welche Reize" (Nemorino) - 1962Gaetano Donizetti, Orchestra of the Bavarian State Opera, Hans Müller-Kray, Fritz Wunderlich
Das Nachtlager von Granada, Act I, Scene 4: "Ein Schütz bin ich" (Jäger) - 1961Conradin Kreutzer, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
Der Barbier von Bagdad, Act I, Scene 2: "So leb' ich noch - Vor deinem Fenster die Blumen" (Nurredin) - 1962Peter Cornelius, Orchestra of the Bavarian State Opera, Hans Müller-Kray, Fritz Wunderlich
Die tote Stadt, Act II, Scene 3: "Mein Sehnen, mein Wähnen, es träumt sich zurück" (Fritz, der Pierrot) - 1961Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
Die verkaufte Braut, Act II, Scene 5: "Armer Narr, Du glaubtest mich zu fangen" (Hans) - 1962Bedřich Smetana, Bamberg Symphony, Rudolf Kempe, Fritz Wunderlich
Tannhäuser, Act II, Scene 4: "Blick' ich umher in diesem edlen Kreise" (Wolfram) - 1961Richard Wagner, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
La Traviata, Act II, Scene 1: "Ach ihres Auges Zauberblick" (Alfred) - 1960Giuseppe Verdi, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Berislav Klobucar, Fritz Wunderlich
Hans Heiling, Act I, Scene 3: "An jenem Tag" (Hans Heiling) - 1961Heinrich Marschner, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
L'Elisir d'Amore, Act II, Scene 10: "Wohl drang aus ihrem Herzen" (Nemorino) - 1962Gaetano Donizetti, Orchestra of the Bavarian State Opera, Hans Müller-Kray, Fritz Wunderlich
Zar und Zimmermann, Act I, Scene 4: "Verraten! Von euch verraten - Die Macht des Zepters" (Zar Peter I.) - 1961Albert Lortzing, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
La Dame Blanche, Act II, Scene 6: "Komm, o holde Dame" (Georg) - 1962François-Adrien Boieldieu, Orchestra of the Bavarian State Opera, Hans Müller-Kray, Fritz Wunderlich
Königskinder, Act III: "Verdorben! Gestorben!" (Spielmann) - 1961Engelbert Humperdinck, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Berlin Mozart Choir, Horst Stein, Erich Steffen, Hermann Prey
Manon, Act II: "Ich schloss die Augen" (Des Grieux) - 1962Jules Massenet, Orchestra of the Bavarian State Opera, Hans Müller-Kray, Fritz Wunderlich
Der Trompeter von Säckingen, Act II, Scene 8: "Behüt dich Gott, es wär' zu schön gewesen" (Werner Kirchdorfer) - 1961Victor Nessler, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
Xerxes, Act I, Scene 1: "Ombra mai fu" (Xerxes) - 1962George Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Bavarian State Opera, Hans Müller-Kray, Fritz Wunderlich
Tannhäuser, Act III, Scene 2: "O du, mein holder Abendstern" (Wolfram) - 1961Richard Wagner, Berlin Symphonic Orchestra, Horst Stein, Hermann Prey
Der Evangelimann, Act II, Scene 3: "Selig sind, die Verfolgung leiden" (Mathias/Evangelimann) - 1962Wilhelm Kienzl, Orchestra of the Bavarian State Opera, Children Singing Circle St. Wolfgang Munich, Hans Müller-Kray, Fritz Wunderlich
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