Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Richard Strauss' "Salome" with the legendary Birgit Nilsson, a soprano renowned for her powerful and expressive performances. This 2015 release by Classical Moments captures Nilsson's extraordinary talent in a live recording from 1970, conducted by the esteemed Karl Böhm. The album spans a substantial 1 hour and 39 minutes, featuring a complete performance of Strauss' opera in its original German language.
Nilsson's portrayal of Salome is nothing short of mesmerizing. She skillfully colors and inflects her rich soprano voice to convey the character's evolving fascination with Jochanaan, from initial intrigue to bitter obsession. The album's tracklist includes all the key scenes and arias from the opera, such as "Jauchze nicht, du Land Palästina" and "Tanz für Mich, Salome," culminating in the iconic "Dance of the Seven Veils."
This deluxe edition comes in a hard-back format with the original cover art, accompanied by a High Fidelity Pure Audio Blu-ray disc. The recording has been praised for its high quality, with Nilsson's performance standing out as a standout in her illustrious career. While some reviews compare it to her earlier recordings, this version is celebrated in its own right for Nilsson's compelling interpretation and the exceptional support from the orchestra and cast, including Hans Hotter and Grace Hoffman.
Whether you're a longtime fan of Birgit Nilsson or a newcomer to her work, this album offers a thrilling opportunity to experience one of opera's most dramatic and complex roles. The powerful combination of Nilsson's voice, Strauss' music, and Böhm's conducting makes this a standout addition to any classical music collection.
(C) 2015 Classical Moments
Tracks
Salome, Op.54, Scene 1: "Wie schön ist die Prinzessin Salome heute Nacht!"Zenon Kosnowski, Waldemar Kmentt, Josephine Veasey, Heinz Holecek
Salome, Op.54, Scene 1: "Nach mir wird Einer kommen"Zenon Kosnowski, Waldemar Kmentt, Theodor Kirschbichler, Josephine Veasey, Heinz Holecek, Eberhard Wächter
Salome, Op.54, Scene 2: "Ich will nicht bleiben"Josephine Veasey, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 2: "Siehe, der Herr ist gekommen"Zenon Kosnowski, Waldemar Kmentt, Liselotte Maickl, Heinz Holecek, Eberhard Wächter, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 2: "Jauchze nicht, du Land Palästina"Zenon Kosnowski, Waldemar Kmentt, Josephine Veasey, Heinz Holecek, Eberhard Wächter, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 2: "Du wirst das für mich tun"Waldemar Kmentt, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 3: "Wo ist er, dessen Sündenbecher jetzt voll ist?"Waldemar Kmentt, Eberhard Wächter, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 3: "Jochanaan! Ich bin verliebt in deinen Leib"Eberhard Wächter, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 3: "Wird dir nicht bange, Tochter der Herodias?"Eberhard Wächter, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Wo ist Salome?"Zenon Kosnowski, Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Es ist kalt hier"Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Salome, komm, trink Wein mit mir"Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Siehe, die Zeit ist gekommen"Tom Krause, Stefan Schwer, Paul Kuentz, Max Proebstl, Kurt Equiluz, Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze, Eberhard Wächter, Aron Gestner
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Wahrhaftig, Herr, es wäre besser, ihn in unsre Hände zu geben!"Tom Krause, Paul Kuentz, Nigel Douglas, Gerhard Stolze, Eberhard Wächter
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Siehe, der Tah ist nahe"Tom Krause, Paul Kuentz, Nigel Douglas, Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze, Eberhard Wächter
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Eine Menge Menschen wird sich gegen sie sammeln"Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze, Eberhard Wächter
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Tanz für Mich, Salome"Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze, Eberhard Wächter, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: Salome's Dance of the Seven VeilsBirgit Nilsson, Grace Hoffmann, Gerhard Stolze
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Ah! Herrlich! Wundervoll, wundervoll!"Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: Still, sprich nicht zu mir!Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Salome, bedenk, was du tun willst"Stefan Schwer, Paul Kuentz, Kurt Equiluz, Gerhard Stolze, Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Man soll ihr geben, was sie verlangt!"Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Es ist kein Laut zu vernehmen"Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Ah! Du wolltest mich nicht deinen Mund"Birgit Nilsson
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Sie ist ein Ungeheuer, deine Tochter"Grace Hoffman, Gerhard Stolze
Salome, Op.54, Scene 4: "Ah! Ich habe deinen Mund geküsst, Jochanaan"Birgit Nilsson, Gerhard Stolze
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