The Threepenny Opera: OvertureKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss, Johanna V. Koczian, Trude Hesterberg, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Grunert
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - The Ballad of Mack the KnifeKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Trude Hesterberg, Johanna V. Koczian, Inge Wolffberg, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss, Wolfgang Grunert, Sender Freies Orchestra
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - Mr. Peachum's Morning HymnKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Neuss, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Inge Wolffberg, Johanna V. Koczian, Erich Schellow, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Grunert
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - Instead-of SongKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - Wedding Song for Poor PeopleKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Trude Hesterberg, Inge Wolffberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Wolfgang Neuss, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - Cannon SongKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - Love SongKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Neuss, Inge Wolffberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Erich Schellow, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Johanna V. Koczian, Trude Hesterberg
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - The Song of No and Yes (Barbara-Song)Kurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Neuss, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Inge Wolffberg, Johanna V. Koczian, Erich Schellow, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Grunert
The Threepenny Opera: Act I - The Uncertainty of Human ConditionsKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Wolfgang Grunert, Erich Schellow, Johanna V. Koczian, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Neuss, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Inge Wolffberg
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - The StableKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Trude Hesterberg, Inge Wolffberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Wolfgang Neuss, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - Polly's Farewell SongKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Wolfgang Neuss, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Trude Hesterberg, Inge Wolffberg
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - IntermezzoKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - The Ballad of Sexual DependencyKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Wolfgang Grunert, Erich Schellow, Johanna V. Koczian, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Neuss, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Inge Wolffberg
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - Pirate-Jenny or Dreams of a Kitchen MaidKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Neuss, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Inge Wolffberg, Johanna V. Koczian, Erich Schellow, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Grunert
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - The Procurer's BalladKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Johanna V. Koczian, Trude Hesterberg, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Grunert, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - The Ballad of Pleasant LivingKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - The Jealousy DuetKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Johanna V. Koczian, Trude Hesterberg, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Grunert, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - Fight About the PropertyKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Wolfgang Neuss, Inge Wolffberg, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Erich Schellow, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Trude Hesterberg
The Threepenny Opera: Act II - Ballad About the Question: "What Keeps a Man Alive?"Kurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Johanna V. Koczian, Trude Hesterberg, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wolfgang Grunert, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss
The Threepenny Opera: Act III - The Song About InadequacyKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Trude Hesterberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Wolfgang Neuss, Inge Wolffberg, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Erich Schellow
The Threepenny Opera: Act III - Song of SolomonKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian
The Threepenny Opera: Act III - Call from the GraveKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Wolfgang Neuss, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Trude Hesterberg, Inge Wolffberg
The Threepenny Opera: Act III - Ballad in which Macheath Asks Everyone for ForgivenessKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Neuss, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Inge Wolffberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Erich Schellow, Johanna V. Koczian, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch
The Threepenny Opera: Act III - The Riding MessengerKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss
The Threepenny Opera: Act III - Threepenny FinaleKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Trude Hesterberg, Inge Wolffberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Wolfgang Neuss, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch
The Threepenny Opera: Act III - The Final Verses of the BalladKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Trude Hesterberg, Wolfgang Grunert, Johanna V. Koczian, Inge Wolffberg, Sender Freies Orchestra, Willy Trenk-Trebitsch, Wilhelm Brückner-Rüggeberg, Erich Schellow, Wolfgang Neuss
Berlin Theatre Songs: Mahagonny: Havana SongKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Berlin Theatre Songs: Mahagonny: Alabama SongKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Berlin Theatre Songs: Mahagonny: As you Make your BedKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Berlin Theatre Songs: Happy End: Bilbao SongKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Berlin Theatre Songs: Happy End: Surabaya JohnnyKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Roger Bean, Sender Freies Orchestra
Berlin Theatre Songs: Happy End: Sailor TangoKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Berlin Theatre Songs: Berlin Requiem: Ballad of the Drowned GirlKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Berlin Theatre Songs: Der Silbersee: I am a Poor RelativeKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Berlin Theatre Songs: Der Silbersee: Ballad of CaesarKurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Sender Freies Orchestra, Roger Bean
Kurt Weill, born in Dessau, Germany, in 1900, was a pioneering composer whose innovative spirit bridged the worlds of classical music and theater. Best known for his collaborations with Bertolt Brecht, Weill's works often carried a sharp social commentary, reflecting his belief in music's power to serve a socially useful purpose. Their most famous collaboration, "The Threepenny Opera," introduced the iconic ballad "Mack the Knife" and revolutionized the musical theater landscape. Weill's compositions, ranging from operas to Broadway musicals, seamlessly blended various musical styles, including American popular music, ragtime, and jazz. His notable works include "Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny," "Knickerbocker Holiday," featuring the beloved "September Song," and "Lost in the Stars," which addressed the pressing issue of racism in South Africa. Weill's journey took him from his early years in Germany to his later life in the United States, where he became a naturalized citizen in 1943. His legacy endures as one of the most important and innovative composers of the 20th century.
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Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Kurt Weill's "The Threepenny Opera," a seminal work in the realm of opera that continues to captivate audiences over nine decades since its inception. Released in 2000 by Maestoso, this album is a meticulously crafted collection of songs and arias that showcase Weill's unique blend of cabaret, theater, and operatic styles. The Threepenny Opera is a masterpiece that seamlessly weaves together wit, satire, and deep social commentary, making it a cornerstone of 20th-century musical theater.
The album features a full performance of "The Threepenny Opera," a groundbreaking work co-written by Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht. This iconic opera tells the story of Mack the Knife and his misadventures in the criminal underworld of London, set to a score that is as hauntingly beautiful as it is darkly humorous. The album also includes a selection of Berlin Theatre Songs from other notable works by Weill, such as "Mahagonny," "Happy End," and "Der Silbersee," offering a comprehensive overview of his theatrical genius.
With a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes, this album is a journey through the diverse musical landscapes of Kurt Weill. The performances are characterized by their dry, theatrical delivery, emphasizing the cabaret and theater club origins of the pieces. The conductor and performers bring a unique intensity and nuance to each track, making this a standout recording in the discography of "The Threepenny Opera."
Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and engaging listening experience. Kurt Weill's innovative compositions and Brecht's sharp, poetic lyrics create a world that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. "The Threepenny Opera" is not just an album; it is a testament to the enduring power of musical storytelling and a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of theater, music, and social commentary.
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