Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Acis and Galatea, K. 566," a captivating opera seria that showcases the composer's unparalleled mastery of the classical genre. This album, released on January 1, 2016, under the Orfeo label, offers a unique rendition of the classic work, sung entirely in German, providing a fresh perspective on this beloved piece.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 39 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through the tragic love story of Acis and Galatea. The tracklist includes the overture and a series of arias and ensembles from both acts, each one a testament to Mozart's ability to convey deep emotion and drama through his music. From the pastoral serenity of "O beglückter Schäferstand!" to the heart-wrenching despair of "So ist mein Acis denn dahin," every track is a masterclass in musical storytelling.
The album is a must-listen for fans of classical music, opera, and chamber music, offering a rich and immersive experience that highlights Mozart's genius. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the world of classical music, "Acis and Galatea, K. 566" is an essential addition to your music collection.
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Tracks
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German): OvertureWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: O beglückter Schäferstand!Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, Edith Mathis, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, ORF Chorus
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Du grünes FeldWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Still! Still! Du kleines WipfelchorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Wo such' ich sie, die holde Nymph'?Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Anthony Rolfe Johnson
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Bleib Schäfer, bleib!Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Robert Gambill, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Schafer, was suchst du so angstlich?Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, Robert Gambill, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Ach, Schäferin wend', GalateaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Lieb' in ihr Aug' verkrochenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: O fühltest du die Qualen der EntfernungWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Edith Mathis, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Wie's Täubchen klagtWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Wohl uns, wohl uns!Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act I: Wohl uns, wohl uns!Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, ORF Chorus
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Introduction. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Introduction. LargoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Arme Hirten, furchtbar droht das Schicksal euchWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, ORF Chorus, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Ich rase, ich schmelz', ich brenneWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Robert Lloyd, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Du röter als die KirscheWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Robert Lloyd
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Schönste, was eilst du von hinnenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Robert Lloyd, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Fleh' nicht mehr zur stolzen SchönheitWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Robert Lloyd, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Strebst du nach der zarten SchönenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Robert Gambill, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Das Ungeheuer weckt meine WutWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Anthony Spiri, Anthony Rolfe Johnson
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Die Liebe ruft, die Furcht entfliehetWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Bedenk doch, o Schäfer, wie flüchtig das Glück istWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, Robert Gambill, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Lass ab, GeliebtesterWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Edith Mathis, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Eh' läßt den Berg die HerdeWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Edith Mathis, Anthony Spiri, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Robert Lloyd
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Hilf, Galatea!Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Trau'rt all' ihr MusenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, ORF Chorus, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: So ist mein Acis denn dahinWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, ORF Chorus, Anthony Spiri, Edith Mathis, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Wohlan! So nütz' ich meine GöttermachtWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis, Anthony Spiri
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Herz, du Sitz verliebten GramsWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis
Acis and Galatea, K. 566 (Sung in German), Act II: Galatea, klag' nicht mehrWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Schreier, ORF Chorus, Anthony Spiri, ORF Radiosymphonieorchester