Discover the captivating world of Johann Simon Mayr's "Le due duchesse," a remarkable opera semiseria with buffa elements, released on May 8, 2020, by Naxos. This two-disc collection, spanning an impressive 2 hours and 42 minutes, offers a rich tapestry of choral and vocal performances that showcase Mayr's transition from classical to pre-romantic composition styles.
Set against the backdrop of 10th-century King Edgar's reign, "Le due duchesse" unfolds with a blend of huntsmen's and knights' choruses, troubadour melodies, and intricate recitatives. The opera is divided into two acts, each filled with a variety of musical numbers that highlight Mayr's mastery of dramatic and comedic elements.
The album features a comprehensive tracklist, including the opening "Sinfonia," the introductory "Ecco il castel vietato," and a series of duets, recitatives, and choruses that bring the story to life. Notable tracks include "Un marito cacciatore," a lively duet, and "Morte!" a dramatic moment that underscores the opera's emotional depth.
Johann Simon Mayr, a prolific composer of his time, brings a unique perspective to this opera, blending the elegance of classical forms with the emerging romantic sensibilities of the early 19th century. "Le due duchesse" is a testament to Mayr's ability to create compelling narratives through music, making it a valuable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
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Tracks
Le due duchesse: SinfoniaJohann Simon Mayr, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Ecco il castel vietatoJohann Simon Mayr, Jaegyeong Jo, Anna Feith, Samuel Hasselhorn, Niklas Mallmann, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Parlare alla Duchessa?Johann Simon Mayr, Tina Marie Herbert, Anna Feith, Samuel Hasselhorn, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Un marito cacciatoreJohann Simon Mayr, Tina Marie Herbert, Samuel Hasselhorn, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Oggi, mio caro BertoJohann Simon Mayr, Tina Marie Herbert, Samuel Hasselhorn, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Giorni i momenti sonoJohann Simon Mayr, Eun-Hye Choi, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Quanti dubbi e timoriJohann Simon Mayr, Eun-Hye Choi, Markus Schäfer, Anna Feith, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Per voler del mio SignoreJohann Simon Mayr, Eun-Hye Choi, Markus Schäfer, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Ahimè! Che brutto musoJohann Simon Mayr, Anna Feith, Samuel Hasselhorn, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Presto i nastriJohann Simon Mayr, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Tant'è Non son contentaJohann Simon Mayr, Markus Schäfer, Tina Marie Herbert, Anna Feith, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Comincio a poco a pocoJohann Simon Mayr, Markus Schäfer, Tina Marie Herbert, Anna Feith, Samuel Hasselhorn, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Passò quel tempoJohann Simon Mayr, Markus Schäfer, Tina Marie Herbert, Anna Feith, Samuel Hasselhorn, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Laura con sì belli abiti!Johann Simon Mayr, Samuel Hasselhorn, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Viva! Viva! Un dì festivo - È pur belloJohann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Markus Schäfer, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: Ma dov'è la Duchessa?Johann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Markus Schäfer, Jörn Lindemann, Harald Thum, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act I: PerdonateJohann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Jaegyeong Jo, Markus Schäfer, Jörn Lindemann, Harald Thum, Tina Marie Herbert, Samuel Hasselhorn, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: La Duchessa è ascosa làJohann Simon Mayr, Andreas Mattersberger, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Com'han fatto a vederla?Johann Simon Mayr, Jaegyeong Jo, Eun-Hye Choi, Andreas Mattersberger, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Che dici?Johann Simon Mayr, Jaegyeong Jo, Eun-Hye Choi, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Morte!Johann Simon Mayr, Jaegyeong Jo, Eun-Hye Choi, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Maledetto quel lupo!Johann Simon Mayr, Samuel Hasselhorn, Andreas Mattersberger, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Ascoltate, o figlie oneste - Dagli al lupoJohann Simon Mayr, Samuel Hasselhorn, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Amici, il bosco e il monteJohann Simon Mayr, Eun-Hye Choi, Jörn Lindemann, Harald Thum, Tina Marie Herbert, Andreas Mattersberger, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: In quella vesti!Johann Simon Mayr, Eun-Hye Choi, Tina Marie Herbert, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Deh! Prendetevi una voltaJohann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Jaegyeong Jo, Eun-Hye Choi, Markus Schäfer, Tina Marie Herbert, Samuel Hasselhorn, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Come diamine è andata la faccenda!Johann Simon Mayr, Samuel Hasselhorn, Andreas Mattersberger, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Non più giojaJohann Simon Mayr, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: LasciamiJohann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Eun-Hye Choi, Markus Schäfer, Jörn Lindemann, Harald Thum, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Vostra consorte!Johann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Eun-Hye Choi, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Deh! Per quel dolce oggetto - Dell'amistà la voceJohann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Eun-Hye Choi, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Ah! Se a scoprir l'inganno ancor tardavaJohann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Jörn Lindemann, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Le due duchesse, Act II: Della provincia interaJohann Simon Mayr, Young-Jun Ahn, Jaegyeong Jo, Eun-Hye Choi, Markus Schäfer, Jörn Lindemann, Harald Thum, Tina Marie Herbert, Samuel Hasselhorn, Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Simon Mayr Chorus, Concerto de Bassus, Franz Hauk
Johann Simon Mayr, born in 1763 in Mendorf, Bavaria, was a prolific German composer whose operatic works once captivated audiences across Europe. Studying theology at Universität Ingolstadt, Mayr's musical journey took a significant turn, leading him to compose over sixty operas between 1794 and 1824. His unique blend of Italianate melody and Germanic harmony and instrumentation earned him widespread admiration, making him one of the most popular opera composers of his time, preceding the era of Rossini. Mayr's influence extended to mentoring the young Gaetano Donizetti, further cementing his legacy in the world of classical music. Today, efforts by conductors like Franz Hauk are bringing Mayr's remarkable compositions back to the forefront, ensuring that new generations can appreciate the rich tapestry of his musical contributions.
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