Immerse yourself in the dramatic world of Carl Orff's 'Orff: Oedipus der Tyrann', a captivating opera that explores the ancient Greek tragedy of Oedipus. Released on 1 February 2015 by MYTO Historical, this monumental work is a testament to Orff's mastery of choral and orchestral composition.
The album spans over 2 hours and 7 minutes, taking you on a journey through the five acts of the opera. With its intricate tracklist, featuring pieces such as 'O ihr des alten Kadmos Kinder' and 'Io! Ihr Geschlechter der Sterblichen!', Carl Orff weaves a sonic tapestry that conjures the mythological realm of Thebes.
Through his distinctive compositional style, Orff brings to life the legendary tale of Oedipus, with all its complexities and emotional depth. The opera's themes of fate, power, and human suffering are expertly woven throughout the music, creating a rich and immersive listening experience.
With 'Orff: Oedipus der Tyrann', Carl Orff showcases his unique ability to craft music that is both hauntingly beautiful and profoundly thought-provoking. This album is a must-listen for fans of classical music and opera, offering a chance to experience the genius of Orff's composition in all its glory.
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Tracks
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act I: O ihr des alten Kadmos KinderCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Willi Domgraf-Fassbaender, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act I: Gleich wissens wirsCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Baur, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act I: Von anbeginn will aberCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Willi Domgraf-Fassbaender, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act I: O du von Zeus hold rendendes WortCarl Orff, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act II: Du bittest, wie du bittestCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act II: Da du im Fluche mich anfassetCarl Orff, Hans Günter Nöcker, Gerhard Stolze, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act II: Ach! ach! wie schwer ist WissenCarl Orff, Fritz Wunderlich, Gerhard Stolze, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act II: O Reichtum, Herrschaft, KunstCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Günter Nöcker, Fritz Wunderlich, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act II: Wer irst's, von welchem prophezeiendCarl Orff, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act III: Ihr Manner! Burger!Carl Orff, Hans Baur, Hans Günter Nöcker, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act III: Du! Der! Wie kommst du her?Carl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Baur, Hans Günter Nöcker, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act III: Warum habt ihr rathlosen ZungenkriegCarl Orff, Astrid Varnay, Hans Baur, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Günter Nöcker, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act III: Weib! Willst du diesenCarl Orff, Hans Günter Nöcker, Astrid Varnay, Gerhard Stolze, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act III: Erniedrige dich nurCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Günter Nöcker, Astrid Varnay, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act III: Hatt, ich mit mir das TheilCarl Orff, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: Ihr Konige des LandesCarl Orff, Astrid Varnay, Hubert Buchta, Gerhard Stolze, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: Kann ich von euch, ihr FremdenCarl Orff, Hubert Buchta, Hans Günter Nöcker, Astrid Varnay, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: Wer sprach, von welchem?Carl Orff, Astrid Varnay, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Günter Nöcker, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: Wenn ich Wahrsager binCarl Orff, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: Darf ich auch, da ich nicht zugegenCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Günter Nöcker, Hubert Buchta, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: Io! Ihr Geschlechter der Sterblichen!Carl Orff, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act V: O ihr, die ihr allzeit im Lande hierCarl Orff, Hubert Buchta, Hans Günter Nöcker, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: O schrecklich zu sehen ein SchmerzCarl Orff, Hans Günter Nöcker, Gerhard Stolze, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act IV: Fur deinen wunsch ist eben KreonCarl Orff, Hans Günter Nöcker, Gerhard Stolze, Hans Baur, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act V: Gesegnet seiest duCarl Orff, Gerhard Stolze, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act V: Genug, wohin geratst du weinend?Carl Orff, Hans Baur, Gerhard Stolze, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Öedipus der Tyrann, Act V: hr im Lande Thebes BurgerCarl Orff, Wurttemberg Chamber Choir Stuttgart, Württemberg Chamber Orchestra, Ferdinand Leitner
Carl Orff, born in Munich in 1895, was a German composer and music educator whose name is indelibly linked to his monumental cantata "Carmina Burana." This sprawling, dramatic work, composed in the mid-1930s, is a symphonic tour de force for full orchestra, symphony choir, and youth choir, setting to music texts from a 13th-century collection of poems. Orff's innovative approach to composition and his unique rhythmic and melodic language make "Carmina Burana" a thrilling and unforgettable experience.
Beyond his compositional prowess, Orff was a pioneer in music education, developing the Schulwerk, a method that emphasized rhythm, movement, and improvisation, and which has had a lasting impact on children's musical training. His work as an educator began in the 1920s, and his innovative approaches continue to influence music teaching today. Orff's life and work were significantly shaped by the historical context of his time, including the rise of the Third Reich and the Nazi regime's complex relationship with his music. His legacy endures as a composer who not only created powerful, evocative music but also revolutionized the way we think about musical education.
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