A magyar operaszínpad csillagai – Stars of the Hungarian Opera: Endre Koréh | CD Compilation (Opera, Folk, Classical)  

Made in Hungary

• Product Type: Audio CD (Compilation, Archival Recordings)
• Series: A magyar operaszínpad csillagai – Stars of the Hungarian Opera
• Featured Artist: Endre Koréh (bass)
• Label: Pannon Classic / Pannon Jazz / Jazz Oktatási és Kutatási Alapítvány (JOKA)
• Release Date: 2004 (restored archival recordings from 1938–1953)
• Country: Hungary
• Genre: Opera, Folk, Classical
• Total Tracks: 22

Overview

A magyar operaszínpad csillagai – Stars of the Hungarian Opera: Endre Koréh is a rare and expertly restored collection of historic recordings featuring the celebrated Hungarian operatic bass, Endre Koréh. Spanning from the late 1930s to the early 1950s, this compilation showcases Koréh’s remarkable versatility, from Hungarian folk songs and popular tunes to iconic opera arias by Mozart and Strauss. The album is a treasure trove for opera lovers and collectors, offering a glimpse into Hungary’s rich operatic tradition and the golden age of its opera stage.

Product Features

• Format: Audio CD, Compilation
• Track Count: 22
• Archival Sources: Odeon, Siemens/Polydor, Radiola, Pátria, Koral, and more
• Restoration: State-of-the-art audio restoration, preserving as much original sound as possible while minimizing noise
• Packaging: Includes detailed booklet with historical notes, discography, and photographs
• Language: Hungarian, German, Latin
• Genre: Opera, Folk, Classical, Archival
• Ideal For: Opera enthusiasts, collectors, and those interested in Hungarian musical heritage

Interesting Facts

Endre Koréh – A Hungarian Operatic Legend

• Endre Koréh (1906–1960) was a renowned Hungarian bass, celebrated for his powerful voice and expressive interpretations in both opera and folk repertoire.
• He performed at major opera houses across Europe and was especially admired for his roles in Mozart’s and Strauss’s works.

Archival and Restoration Excellence

• The recordings on this CD are extremely rare, sourced from original shellac and early vinyl records, some of which were nearly unlistenable before restoration.
• The restoration process used the world’s most advanced audio technology, balancing the preservation of musical detail with the removal of noise. Some residual noise remains due to the age and condition of the originals, but the result is a listenable and historically valuable collection.

Diverse Repertoire

• The album features a wide range of material: Hungarian folk songs, popular tunes, and major opera arias, including Bartolo’s aria from Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, Ozmin’s arias from The Abduction from the Seraglio, and the finale from Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier.
• Includes collaborations with legendary conductors such as Wilhelm Furtwängler and Josef Krips, and performances with renowned orchestras and ensembles.

Cultural and Historical Value

• The collection not only highlights Koréh’s artistry but also serves as a document of Hungarian musical culture during a turbulent historical period.
• The CD booklet provides extensive background, discography, and rare photographs, making it a valuable resource for researchers and fans alike.

Track Listing

1. Zúg az erdő, zúg a nádas (Görgő Tibor)
2. Gyere velem akáclombos falumba (Balázs Árpád–Fényes Lóránd)
3. Feketeszárú cseresznye (Népdal)
4. Vagy rangosan vagy rongyosan (Göndör József–Selymesi Rezső)
5. Volt nékem egy szép csillagom / Nincsen magasabb az égnél (Dankó Pista–Pósa Lajos)
6. Giling-galang (Clement Károly–Gács Demeter)
7. A gond (Clement Károly)
8. Egy édes medvebocs (Zakál–Segesdy)
9. A nagybőgő szerenádja (Polgár Tibor)
10. Elindultam szép hazámból (Népdal)
11. A pince mélyén... bordal (Ludwig Fischer–Polgár Tibor)
12. Bolhadal (Mussorgskij–Szabó M.)
13. Aus Heliopolis 1. (Franz Schubert–Johann Mayrhofer)
14. Az Istennek szent angyala (Kenessey Jenő feldolgozása)
15. Lelkem ne késlekedj (Nyt ylös sieluni) (imari Krohn gyűjtéséből)
16. Jártam kint a... (Läksin minä) (L. Madetoja gyűjtéséből)
17. Csendesen reszket (Haavan lehdet) (Klementi gyűjtéséből)
18. Szól a kakas (népdal a 16. századból)
19. Figaro házassága – Bartolo áriája (Mozart)
20. Szöktetés a szerájból – Ozmin áriája és duett (Mozart)
21. Szöktetés a szerájból – Akasztófa ária (Mozart)
22. A rózsalovag II. felv. fináléja (Richard Strauss)

Publishers

Produced by Géza Gábor Simon & Mari Körmendi
Original recordings, text, photo, discography: Szomolányi Gy. István
Transfer: Tamás Kottay
Master: Sándor Szabó
Cover Design: Géza Gábor Simon & Péter Bihari
© 2004 Jazz Oktatási és Kutatási Alapítvány (JOKA) / Foundation for Jazz Education and Research in Hungary (FJERH)
Distributed by Pannon Classic / Pannon Jazz
All rights reserved.

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