Description

Astor Piazzolla: María de Buenos Aires — Live Recording — Beethoven Orchester Bonn, Christopher Sprenger

Product Information

UPC: 845221053059
Product Type: Live Opera CD Set (Operita en Dos Partes)
Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
Label: Capriccio
Catalog Number: C5305
Recording Dates: March 28 & April 8, 2016 (Live at Theater Bonn)
Orchestra: Beethoven Orchester Bonn
Conductor: Christopher Sprenger
Broadcast: Deutschlandfunk Kultur
Language: Spanish (libretto by Horacio Ferrer)
Production: Co-production between Deutschlandfunk Kultur and Capriccio
Recording Location: Bonn, Germany
Made in: Austria
Publisher: Tonos Music Publishing

Overview

Astor Piazzolla’s María de Buenos Aires is a revolutionary operita (little opera) in two parts, blending the passion of tango with classical and contemporary elements. Written by Piazzolla with a poetic libretto by Horacio Ferrer, this work explores the mystical and sensual life of María, a figure embodying the soul of Buenos Aires.

This live recording captures a vibrant performance by Beethoven Orchester Bonn under conductor Christopher Sprenger at Theater Bonn, featuring Luciana Mancini as María and Daniel Bonilla-Torres as El Duende. The ensemble includes Johannes Mertes (cantor), Lothar Hensel (bandoneon), and a stellar cast of musicians that bring Piazzolla’s evocative score vividly to life.

Produced in collaboration with Deutschlandfunk Kultur, this release offers an immersive journey into the heart of Argentine tango operita, with richly textured orchestration and passionate performances.

Product Features

Principal Cast:
Instruments: Bandoneon (Lothar Hensel), Flute (Mariska van der Sande), Guitar (Christian Kiefer), Piano (Thomas Wise), Violin (Mikhail Ovrutsky), Cello (Grigory Alumyan), Double Bass (Robert Grondžel)
- María: Luciana Mancini (Soprano)
- El Duende: Daniel Bonilla-Torres
- Cantor: Johannes Mertes
Orchestra: Beethoven Orchester Bonn
Conductor: Christopher Sprenger
Format: High-quality live digital recording (DDD) on CD set
Label: Capriccio, catalog number C5305
Recording Venue: Theater Bonn, Germany
Recording Team: Florian Krentz (Recording Supervision), Christof Wurster (Recording Engineer), Thomas Einsfelder (Technician)

Interesting Facts

Tango Meets Opera: María de Buenos Aires is considered one of Piazzolla’s most influential works, merging the world of traditional tango with modern operatic expression.
Live Performance Energy: This recording captures the vitality and dramatic intensity of the live performances at Theater Bonn.
Bandoneon Virtuosity: Lothar Hensel’s bandoneon playing is a highlight, anchoring the score’s tango roots.
Rich Ensemble: Featuring an unusual and colorful combination of instruments, the ensemble creates a lush and evocative soundscape.

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