Vivaldi: Juditha Triumphans – Hungarian State Orchestra & Szekeres / Qualiton 2X LP Stereo

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MPN: LPX 11359-60 

Brand Name: Qualiton

Overview

This rare Hungarian 2x LP Stereo/Mono set from the Qualiton label presents Antonio Vivaldi's profound oratorio, Juditha Triumphans (Judith Triumphant). Conducted by Ferenc Szekeres, the Hungarian State Orchestra (Állami Hangversenyzenekar) and the Budapest Madrigal Choir perform this dramatic retelling of the Old Testament story of Judith and the slaying of Holofernes. Featuring esteemed Hungarian vocalists, this vintage recording offers a powerful, mid-20th-century interpretation of the Baroque masterpiece, highlighting Vivaldi's skill in dramatic sacred music. This album is a significant find for collectors of historical classical recordings and Hungarian music pressings.

Termékáttekintés (Hungarian Translation)

Ez a ritka, 2x LP-ből álló sztereó/monó kiadvány a Qualiton kiadótól Antonio Vivaldi jelentős oratóriumát, a Juditha Triumphans-t (A győzedelmes Judit) mutatja be. Szekeres Ferenc vezényletével az Állami Hangversenyzenekar és a Budapesti Madrigálkórus adja elő az ószövetségi történet drámai feldolgozását Juditról és Holofernész megöléséről. A neves magyar énekesek közreműködésével készült vintage felvétel a barokk remekmű erőteljes, 20. század közepi értelmezését kínálja, kiemelve Vivaldi drámai egyházi zenei tehetségét. Ez az album jelentős lelet a történelmi klasszikus felvételek és a magyar zenei kiadványok gyűjtői számára.

Product Features

• Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo/Mono
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Baroque, Oratorio, Sacred Music
• Catalogue No.: LPX 11359-60
• Record Label: Qualiton
• Country of Release: Hungary
• Orchestra: Hungarian State Orchestra (Állami Hangversenyzenekar)
• Choir: Budapesti Madrigálkórus
• Conductor: Ferenc Szekeres
• Soloists: Zsuzsa Barlay (Mezzo-soprano), Margit László (Soprano), Zsolt Bende (Baritone), József Dene (Baritone), József Réti (Tenor).

Interesting Facts

• Vivaldi's Venetian Commission: Juditha Triumphans (1716) is the only one of Vivaldi's four known oratorios to have survived in full score. It was commissioned by the Republic of Venice to celebrate its victory over the Ottoman Turks during the Siege of Corfu, using the biblical story as a powerful allegory for faith and military triumph.
• Hungarian Baroque Interpretation: This recording is a significant example of how Hungarian musical institutions approached the Baroque repertoire in the mid-20th century. Conducted by Ferenc Szekeres (1927–2005), who was highly respected for his work with the Budapest Madrigal Choir, the performance emphasizes a rich, dramatic sound characteristic of the era's performance style, contrasting with later historically informed practices.
• The All-Star Hungarian Cast: The album features several leading Hungarian vocalists of the time, including soprano Margit László and baritone Zsolt Bende, who were renowned for their roles in opera and oratorio across Hungary and Europe, lending a distinctive, robust vocal quality to the performance.
• Qualiton Label Legacy: Qualiton was the classical music label of the Hungarian state recording company, Hungaroton, particularly known for documenting the performances of major Hungarian artists and ensembles. This original LP pressing is a valuable piece of Eastern European classical recording history.

Track Listing (Aria and Chorus Highlights)

Side A A1. Chorus A2. Aria Di Oloferne A3. Aria Del Sorvo Vagans A4. Aria Di Giuditta A5. Aria Di Arbra A6. Coro Di Soldati A7. Aria Di Giuditta A8. Aria Di Oloferne A9. Aria Di Oloferne A9a. Aria Di Abra A10. Aria Di Giuditta A10a. Aria Del Servo Vagans A11. Aria Di Abra A12. Coro

Side B B13. Aria Di Ozias B14. Aria Di Oloferne B15. Aria Di Giuditta B16. Aria Di Oloferne B17. Coro B18. Aria Di Giuditta B19. Aria Di Giuditta B20. Aria Di Giuditta B21. Aria Di Abra B22. Aria Di Vagans B23. Coro Finale

Publishers

• Label: Qualiton (LPX 11359-60)
• Choir Master: Czigány Gy.

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