Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera with "History Records - Classical Edition 109 - Great Voices - Hermann Prey & Fritz Wunderlich." Released on January 1, 2012, by History-Records, this album is a captivating collection of operatic arias performed by the renowned baritone Hermann Prey and tenor Fritz Wunderlich. Spanning a diverse range of compositions from 1960 to 1962, this album offers a rich tapestry of musical brilliance.
The album features iconic pieces from beloved operas such as Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte," Verdi's "La Traviata," and Wagner's "Tannhäuser," showcasing the exceptional vocal prowess and interpretive depth of Hermann Prey. Each track is a testament to Prey's ability to bring characters to life through his nuanced performances, making this album a treasure trove for opera enthusiasts.
With a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most celebrated arias in operatic history. The collaboration between Hermann Prey and Fritz Wunderlich adds an extra layer of musical excellence, making this album a standout in the classical genre. Whether you are a seasoned opera lover or a newcomer to the world of classical music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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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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