LOUIS ANDRIESSEN: Writing to Vermeer – De Nederlandse Opera Digital Recording (2CD Set)

Product Information

• UPC: 075597988727
• Product Type: Opera Recording – Compact Disc (Digital Audio)
• Title: Writing to Vermeer
• Composer: Louis Andriessen
• Libretto: By Peter Greenaway
• Additional Electronic Music: Michel van der Aa
• Ensembles: Schönberg Ensemble and ASKO Ensemble
• Conductor: Reinbert de Leeuw
• Principal Soloists:                                     Operatic Institution: Presented by De Nederlandse Opera
  • Susan Narucki – Soprano
  • Susan Bickley – Mezzo-Soprano
  • Barbara Hannigan – Soprano
• Format: Compact Disc digital recording – Import
• Label/Release: Distributed under a prestigious classical imprint, exemplifying contemporary operatic creativity

Overview

"Writing to Vermeer" is a groundbreaking contemporary opera that merges the musical innovation of Louis Andriessen with the visually inspired libretto of Peter Greenaway. This provocative work intertwines live acoustic and electronic elements—including additional music contributions by Michel van der Aa—to create an immersive, multimedia operatic experience. Performed by the acclaimed De Nederlandse Opera alongside the celebrated Schönberg and ASKO Ensembles and under the astute direction of Reinbert de Leeuw, the opera features outstanding vocal performances by Susan Narucki, Susan Bickley, and Barbara Hannigan. This recording captures the creative synergy of modern composition with theatrical imagery, offering an evocative reinterpretation of art and history reminiscent of the painter Vermeer.

French Translation – Overview (Aperçu)
"Writing to Vermeer" est un opéra contemporain révolutionnaire qui fusionne l'innovation musicale de Louis Andriessen avec le livret visuellement inspiré de Peter Greenaway. Cet ouvrage audacieux marie habilement des éléments acoustiques live et électroniques – incluant des contributions musicales supplémentaires de Michel van der Aa – pour offrir une expérience opératique multimédia immersive. Interprété par le renommé De Nederlandse Opera aux côtés des célèbres Ensembles Schönberg et ASKO, et dirigé par l’excellent Reinbert de Leeuw, l’opéra met en valeur les performances vocales exceptionnelles de Susan Narucki, Susan Bickley et Barbara Hannigan. Cet enregistrement capture la synergie créative entre la composition moderne et l’imagerie théâtrale, offrant une réinterprétation évocatrice de l’art et de l’histoire dans l’esprit du peintre Vermeer.

Product Features

• Innovative Fusion of Styles:
  • Combines contemporary classical writing with electronic music elements to create a unique soundscape.
• Libretto & Direction:
  • The libretto by Peter Greenaway is as striking as it is innovative, offering a fresh narrative perspective that complements Andriessen’s dynamic score.
• Stellar Performances:
  • Features three acclaimed soloists—Susan Narucki, Susan Bickley, and Barbara Hannigan—who deliver emotionally rich and nuanced interpretations.
• Ensemble Excellence:
  • The Schönberg Ensemble and ASKO Ensemble, renowned for their precision and modern approach, provide superb instrumental support.
• Conductor’s Vision:
  • Reinbert de Leeuw’s masterful direction brings out the intricate layers of Andriessen’s composition while balancing traditional operatic elements with modern electronic textures.
• Production Quality:
  • Recorded with advanced digital technology ensuring pristine audio quality that captures every subtle nuance in this multimedia work.

Interesting Facts

Celebrating a New Chapter in Contemporary Opera

• Pioneering Collaboration:
  • "Writing to Vermeer" marks a significant collaboration between composer Louis Andriessen and filmmaker/librettist Peter Greenaway, following earlier visionary projects that challenged conventional opera.
• Multimedia Experience:
  • The inclusion of electronic music by Michel van der Aa enriches the narrative, making the work not only a musical journey but also a multimedia exploration of visual art and history.
• Critical Acclaim:
  • Recognized by critics for its bold reimagining of operatic form, this work resonates with audiences seeking innovative contemporary art.
• Cultural Reflection:
  • The opera subtly reflects on themes of artistic inspiration and perception, evoking the luminous detail of Vermeer’s paintings through sound.

French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants)

Célébrer un Nouveau Chapitre dans l'Opéra Contemporain

• Collaboration Pionnière :
  • "Writing to Vermeer" représente une collaboration significative entre le compositeur Louis Andriessen et le cinéaste / librettiste Peter Greenaway, dans la continuité de projets visionnaires ayant défié les conventions de l'opéra.
• Expérience Multimédia :
  • L’ajout de musique électronique par Michel van der Aa enrichit le récit, faisant de l'œuvre non seulement un voyage musical mais aussi une exploration multimédia de l’art visuel et de l’histoire.
• Éloges Critiques :
  • Salué par la critique pour sa réinvention audacieuse de la forme opératique, cet opéra trouve un écho auprès des publics en quête d’art contemporain novateur.
• Réflexion Culturelle :
  • L'opéra aborde de manière subtile des thèmes d'inspiration artistique et de perception, évoquant la finesse lumineuse des toiles de Vermeer à travers le son.

Track Listing

Note: Detailed track timings and scene divisions are provided in the accompanying booklet, offering listeners an in-depth guide through the opera’s evolving acts and musical sequences.

Publishers

Published and distributed by a leading classical label in collaboration with De Nederlandse Opera, this recording is a definitive representation of contemporary operatic innovation. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, public performance, broadcasting, or any form of misuse is prohibited by applicable law.

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French (Cimkek):

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