Immerse yourself in the rich, romantic sounds of Richard Strauss with the captivating album "Aber der Richtige…" released on Pentatone. This exquisite collection, featuring the renowned violinist Arabella Steinbacher, the WDR Symphony Orchestra Köln, and conducted by Lawrence Foster, offers a unique blend of Strauss's compositions, including his Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 8, and a selection of his lieder arranged for violin and orchestra. The album spans a diverse range of emotions and styles, from the lively "Allegro" to the tender "Lento" and the playful "Rondo". Each track is a testament to Strauss's mastery of melody and orchestration, showcasing his ability to evoke deep emotion and vivid imagery. The album's centerpiece, "Aber der Richtige, wenn's einen gibt" from the opera Arabella, is a poignant reflection on love and longing. With a duration of just over an hour, this album is a perfect introduction to the world of Richard Strauss, offering a glimpse into his musical genius and the enduring appeal of his work.
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Tracks
Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 8, TrV 110: I. AllegroRichard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 8, TrV 110: II. Lento, ma non troppoRichard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 8, TrV 110: III. RondoRichard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
Romanze in F Major, TrV 118 (Arr. For Violin & Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
5 Klavierstücke, Op. 3, TrV 105: No. 4 in A-Flat Major. Allegro molto (Arr. P von Wienhardt for Violin & Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
8 Gedichte aus "Letzte Blätter", Op. 10, TrV 141: No. 1, Zueignung (Arr. for Violin & Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
3 Lieder, Op. 29, TrV 172: No. 1, Traum durch die Dämmerung (Arr. for Violin & Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
Arabella, Op. 79, TrV 263: Aber der Richtige, wenn's einen gibt (Arr. P von Wienhardt for Violin & Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Arabella Steinbacher, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Lawrence Foster
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