Franz Schreker: Der ferne Klang — Complete 2CD Opera Recording

Product Information

• UPC: 845221051789
• Product Type: 2CD Audio Set
• Format: Digital Recording
• Duration: Complete opera in 3 acts (duration approx. 150–160 minutes, exact timing not specified)
• Language: German
• Genre: Opera in Three Acts
• Composer: Franz Schreker (1878–1934)
• Libretto: By Franz Schreker

• Principal Cast:

  Chorus: RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor Berlin (Chorus Master Dietrich Knothe)
  • Gabriele Schnaut (Grete)
  • Thomas Moser (Fritz)
  • Victor von Halem (Der alte Graumann)
  • Barbara Scherler (Frau Graumann)
  • Siegmund Nimsgern (Dr. Vigelius)
  • Johann Werner Prein (Der Wirt)
  • Julia Juon (Altes Weib)
  • Hans Helm (Ein Schauspieler)
  • Additional roles performed by Barbara Hahn, Rolf Appel, Gudrun Sieber, Claudio Otelli, Gertrud Ottenthal, Peter Haage, Roland Hermann, Gidon Saks, Robert Wörle
• Orchestra: Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Conductor: Gerd Albrecht
• Production: Co-production RIAS Berlin and Capriccio
• Catalog Number: C5178
• Publisher: Capriccio (©1991/2013), Vienna, Austria
• Design: sowiesodesign.de
• Cover Photo: George Mayer / fotolia
• Made in Austria
• Website: www.capriccio.at

Overview

Der ferne Klang (The Distant Sound) is Franz Schreker’s poignant opera in three acts, exploring themes of artistic obsession, love, and fate. Schreker, one of the leading composers of early 20th-century opera, also wrote the libretto, blending psychological depth with lush orchestration.

This complete 2CD recording captures a powerful live performance featuring soprano Gabriele Schnaut and tenor Thomas Moser in the central roles of Grete and Fritz. Conductor Gerd Albrecht leads the renowned Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin and two distinguished Berlin choirs, the RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor Berlin, under chorus master Dietrich Knothe.

Recorded as a collaboration between RIAS Berlin and Capriccio, this edition offers an immersive experience of Schreker’s richly textured music and dramatic narrative, a significant work in the German operatic repertoire.

Product Features

• Format: 2 Audio CDs
• Language: German
• Opera Type: Opera in 3 Acts
• Libretto: By Franz Schreker
• Artists: Gabriele Schnaut, Thomas Moser, Victor von Halem, Siegmund Nimsgern, and full supporting cast
• Choruses: RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor Berlin
• Conductor: Gerd Albrecht
• Orchestra: Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Recording: Digital recording [DDD], co-produced by RIAS Berlin and Capriccio
• Production: Made in Austria, elegant packaging and cover design

Interesting Facts

• Composer: Franz Schreker was a pioneering composer known for his richly chromatic and emotionally intense operas.
• Opera Significance: Der ferne Klang is considered Schreker’s breakthrough work, renowned for its psychological insight and musical innovation.
• Cast: The recording features acclaimed singers such as Gabriele Schnaut and Thomas Moser, praised for their expressive vocal performances.
• Choirs: The RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor Berlin contribute exquisite choral work under Dietrich Knothe’s direction.
• Conductor: Gerd Albrecht is renowned for his interpretations of 20th-century repertoire, bringing Schreker’s complex score vividly to life.

Track Listing

(For full track listing and timing, please refer to the included booklet.)

Publishers

© 1991/2013 Capriccio, Vienna, Austria Co-production: RIAS Berlin – Capriccio Cover design by sowiesodesign.de Cover photo © George Mayer/fotolia Made in Austria

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