Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Gundula Janowitz with her captivating album released on January 1, 2016, under the Orfeo label. This exquisite collection showcases a blend of opera and classical genres, featuring some of the most renowned compositions in music history. With a runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes, the album is a testament to Janowitz's extraordinary vocal prowess and her ability to bring depth and nuance to each performance.
The tracklist is a journey through iconic operas, including excerpts from "L'incoronazione di Poppea," "Fidelio," "Don Giovanni," "Simon Boccanegra," "Don Carlos," and many more. Each piece is performed live, adding an electrifying energy that only a live performance can offer. Gundula Janowitz's interpretation of these classic works is both powerful and delicate, showcasing her versatility and mastery of the craft.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to classical music, this album is a must-experience. Gundula Janowitz's voice is a beacon of beauty and emotion, making this album a true gem in the world of classical music.
(C) 2016 Orfeo(P) 2016 Orfeo
Tracks
L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308: Felice cor mio (Live)Claudio Monteverdi, Otto Wiener, Herbert von Karajan, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Gundula Janowitz
Fidelio, Op. 72: Der arme Jaquino! - O wär ich schon mit dir vereint (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Gundula Janowitz, Herbert von Karajan
Fidelio, Op. 72: Mir ist so wunderbar (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Adolf Dallapozza, Gundula Janowitz, Lucia Popp, Leonard Bernstein, Manfred Jungwirth
Die verkaufte Braut: Kannst du denn überhaupt noch fragen. Wenn ich das einmal erfahre (Live)Bedřich Smetana, Jaroslav Krombholc, Gundula Janowitz, Waldemar Kmentt, Vienna State Opera Orchestra
Don Giovanni, K. 527: Crudele? - Non mi dir (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Josef Krips, Gundula Janowitz, Vienna State Opera Orchestra
Simon Boccanegra: Come in quest'ora bruna (Live)Giuseppe Verdi, Josef Krips, Gundula Janowitz, Vienna State Opera Orchestra
Don Carlos: Io vengo a domandar grazia alla mia regina (Live)Giuseppe Verdi, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Horst Stein, Franco Corelli, Gundula Janowitz
Der Freischütz, J. 277: Und ob die Wolke sie verhülle (Live)Carl Maria von Weber, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Gundula Janowitz, Karl Böhm
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, WWV 96: Gut'n Abend, Meister! (Live)Richard Wagner, Christoph von Dohnányi, Gertrude Jahn, Karl Ridderbusch, Gundula Janowitz, Vienna State Opera Orchestra
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Ei parte. Senti. Ah no! - Per pietà, ben mio, perdona (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Gundula Janowitz, Karl Böhm
Ariadne auf Naxos, Op. 60, TrV 228a: Es gibt ein Reich (Live)Richard Strauss, Gundula Janowitz, Karl Böhm, Vienna State Opera Orchestra
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: E Susanna non vien! - Dove sono i bei momenti (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Michael Schønwandt, Gundula Janowitz