Dive into the rich musical heritage with Edo de Waart's "75th Anniversary Collection – a Recording Heritage, Vol. 5," a captivating compilation released on ABC Classic in 2007. This album is a testament to de Waart's conducting prowess, featuring two iconic works: Richard Strauss's "Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40" and Claude Debussy's "La Mer, L. 109." The former is a symphonic poem that paints a vivid portrait of a hero's life, while the latter is a masterful orchestral depiction of the sea's ever-changing moods. With a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, this collection offers a profound journey through classical music's minimalist and operatic genres. De Waart, known for his collaborations with renowned orchestras and musicians, brings his distinctive interpretation to these timeless pieces, making this album a valuable addition to any classical music enthusiast's library.
(C) 2007 Australian Broadcasting Corporation(P) 2007 Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Tracks
Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40, TrV 190: 1. Der HeldRichard Strauss, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Edo de Waart
Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40, TrV 190: 2. Des Helden WidersacherRichard Strauss, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Edo de Waart
Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40, TrV 190: 3. Des Helden GefährtinRichard Strauss, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Edo de Waart
Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40, TrV 190: 4. Des Helden WalstattRichard Strauss, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Edo de Waart
Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40, TrV 190: 5. Des Helden FriedenswerkeRichard Strauss, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Edo de Waart
Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40, TrV 190: 6. Des Helden Weltflucht und VollendungRichard Strauss, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Edo de Waart
La Mer, L. 109: 1. De l'aube à midi sur la merClaude Debussy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Gianluigi Gelmetti
La Mer, L. 109: 2. Jeux de vaguesClaude Debussy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Gianluigi Gelmetti
La Mer, L. 109: 3. Dialogue du vent et de la merClaude Debussy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Gianluigi Gelmetti