Description
Alexander Zemlinsky: Es war einmal (Once Upon a Time) — Complete Recording (World Premiere) CD
Product Information
- UPC: 4006408600190
- Product Type: Music CD Set (Complete Opera Recording)
- Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
- Label: Capriccio
- Catalog Number: 60 019-2
- Release Year: 1990
- Recording: Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra and Chorus
- Conductor: Hans Graf
- Language: German (libretto and translation included)
- Opera: Fairy-tale opera in a Prologue and three Acts
- Libretto: Maximilian Singer, based on Holger Drachmann’s Der var engang
Overview
Alexander Zemlinsky’s Es war einmal (Once Upon a Time) is a captivating fairy-tale opera composed in the early 20th century. This world premiere complete recording brings to life Zemlinsky’s richly orchestrated, dramatic, and lyrical work in a Prologue and three acts, based on the enchanting text by Maximilian Singer adapted from Holger Drachmann’s fairy tale Der var engang.
The opera features an outstanding cast, including Eva Johansson as the Princess, Kurt Westi as the Prince, Aage Haugland as the King, and Per Arne Wahlgren as Kaspar. The Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, under the masterful baton of Hans Graf, deliver a performance full of emotional depth and magical atmosphere.
This special Capriccio release includes a comprehensive booklet with a detailed introduction, complete libretto, and translation, providing listeners with valuable insight into the work’s fairy-tale world.
Product Features
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Principal Cast:
Orchestra & Chorus: Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra and Chorus- Princess: Eva Johansson (Soprano)
- Prince: Kurt Westi (Tenor)
- Kaspar: Per Arne Wahlgren (Baritone)
- King: Aage Haugland (Bass)
- Additional roles include a Suitor, a Commissionaire, Commander, Herald, and First Lady in Waiting
- Chorus Master: Kaare Hansen
- Conductor: Hans Graf
- Format: Complete recording on multiple CDs, DDD digital quality
- Label: Capriccio, catalog number 60 019-2
- Includes: Booklet with work introduction, complete libretto, and translations
- Recording Origin: Denmark
Interesting Facts
- World Premiere Recording: This release represents the first complete recording of Zemlinsky’s Es war einmal, making it a landmark contribution to opera discography.
- Rare Fairy-Tale Opera: Zemlinsky’s blending of romanticism and modernism in a fairy-tale setting provides a unique operatic experience, seldom recorded before.
- Renowned Soloists: Featuring internationally acclaimed opera singers bringing depth and nuance to their roles.
- Detailed Booklet: Contains informative articles, libretto, and translation enhancing the listener’s understanding and enjoyment.
Publishers
Published by Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany. Distributed by Capriccio Records. All rights reserved under catalog number 60 019-2.
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