Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Lotte Lehmann with "Lehmann in Opera," a captivating collection of operatic arias recorded between 1916 and 1921. This album showcases Lehmann's extraordinary vocal range and emotional depth, featuring iconic pieces from composers such as Mozart, Wagner, and Tchaikovsky. From the tender "Porgi Amor" and "Deh vieni non tardar" from "Le nozze di Figaro" to the dramatic "Der Manner Sippe" from "Die Walkure," Lehmann's performances are nothing short of breathtaking. The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Connais-tu le pays?" from "Mignon" and the powerful "Letter Scene" from "Eugene Onegin." Spanning a little over an hour and fifteen minutes, this album is a testament to Lehmann's enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated sopranos of the early 20th century. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Lehmann in Opera" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
(C) 1996 Nimbus Records Limited
Tracks
Oberon, J. 306: Ozean du Ungeheuer (Recorded 1919)Carl Maria von Weber, Lotte Lehmann
Der Freischutz, Op. 77: Wie nahte mir der Schlummer…Alles pflegt (Recorded 1916)Carl Maria von Weber, Lotte Lehmann
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: Porgi Amor (Recorded 1917)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lotte Lehmann
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: Crudel, perchè finora (Recorded 1920)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lotte Lehmann
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: Deh vieni non tardar (Recorded 1917)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lotte Lehmann
Don Giovanni, K. 527: La ci darem la mano (Recorded 1920)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lotte Lehmann, Heinrich Schlusnus
Die lustigen weiber von Windsor: Non eilt herbei…Ha, er wird mir glauben (Recorded 1919)Otto Nicolai, Lotte Lehmann
Mignon: Connais-tu le pays? (Recorded 1917)Ambroise Thomas, Lotte Lehmann
Mignon: Elle est là près de lui (Recorded 1917)Ambroise Thomas, Lotte Lehmann