Experience the raw power and intensity of Richard Strauss' masterful opera "Elektra" with this stunning 2016 release from Orfeo. This album captures a live performance of Strauss' iconic one-act opera, showcasing the composer's unparalleled orchestration and dramatic prowess. With a stellar cast featuring legendary soprano Birgit Nilsson in the title role, alongside Leonie Rysanek, Regina Resnik, Eberhard Wächter, and Wolfgang Windgassen, this recording is a testament to the opera's enduring appeal and the exceptional talent of its performers.
The Orchestra of the Vienna State Opera, conducted by the renowned Karl Böhm, delivers a breathtaking performance that brings Strauss' score to life with vivid detail and precision. The opera's harrowing tale of revenge, madness, and redemption is conveyed through Strauss' innovative use of harmony, rhythm, and orchestration, creating a sonic landscape that is as gripping as it is musically sophisticated.
Spanning nearly 98 minutes, this album features 16 tracks that highlight the opera's most powerful moments, from Elektra's frenzied cries for vengeance to the chilling climax of her mother's murder. The album's high-quality recording and dynamic range allow listeners to fully immerse themselves in the opera's dramatic intensity and musical richness.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers an unforgettable journey into the world of Richard Strauss and his groundbreaking opera "Elektra." With its exceptional cast, stunning orchestration, and powerful storytelling, this album is a true gem in the world of classical music.
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Tracks
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Wo bleibt Elektra?Richard Strauss, Margarete Ast, Karl Böhm, Margarete Sjöstedt, Gundula Janowitz, Margarita Lilowa, Gerda Scheyrer, Danica Mastilovic, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: AlleinRichard Strauss, Birgit Nilsson, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Karl Böhm
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Elektra!Richard Strauss, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Karl Böhm, Birgit Nilsson, Leonie Rysanek
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Ich kann nicht sitzen und ins Dunkel starrenRichard Strauss, Leonie Rysanek, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Birgit Nilsson, Karl Böhm
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Es geht ein Larm losRichard Strauss, Birgit Nilsson, Karl Böhm, Leonie Rysanek, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Was willst du? Seht doch, dort!Richard Strauss, Margarita Lilowa, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Regina Resnik, Birgit Nilsson, Karl Böhm, Margarete Sjöstedt
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Ich will nichts horen!Richard Strauss, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Karl Böhm, Regina Resnik
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Ich habe keine guten NachteRichard Strauss, Birgit Nilsson, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Regina Resnik, Karl Böhm
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Lasst du den Bruder nicht nach Hause?Richard Strauss, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Karl Böhm, Regina Resnik, Birgit Nilsson
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Orest ist totRichard Strauss, Herbert Lackner, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Birgit Nilsson, Karl Böhm, Leonie Rysanek, Gerhard Unger
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Wie stark du bistRichard Strauss, Karl Böhm, Birgit Nilsson, Leonie Rysanek, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Was willst du, fremder Mensch?Richard Strauss, Eberhard Wächter, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Karl Böhm, Birgit Nilsson
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Es ruhrt sich niemand!Richard Strauss, Birgit Nilsson, Eberhard Wächter, Frederick Guthrie, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Karl Böhm
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Ich habe ihm das Beil nicht geben konnen!Richard Strauss, Leonie Rysanek, Margarete Sjöstedt, Margarita Lilowa, Gerhard Unger, Herbert Lackner, Margarete Ast, Gundula Janowitz, Gerda Scheyrer, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Regina Resnik, Birgit Nilsson, Karl Böhm
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: He, LichterRichard Strauss, Birgit Nilsson, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Leonie Rysanek, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Wolfgang Windgassen, Karl Böhm
Elektra, Op. 58, TrV 223: Ob ich nicht hore?Richard Strauss, Birgit Nilsson, Karl Böhm, Leonie Rysanek, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper
Richard Strauss, born in Munich in 1864, stands as one of the most influential composers of the late Romantic and early modern eras. Renowned for his powerful tone poems and operas, Strauss's music is a testament to his mastery of orchestration and harmonic innovation. His works, such as "Der Rosenkavalier," "Salome," and "Also sprach Zarathustra," showcase his dramatic intensity and grandeur, earning him a place among the greats like Richard Wagner and Franz Liszt. Strauss's compositions, particularly his operas, are celebrated for their soaring intensity and dramatic power, making him a pivotal figure in classical music. His legacy endures, captivating audiences with his profound and emotionally rich musical narratives.
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