Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Anton Dermota, a celebrated Slovenian tenor renowned for his illustrious career at the Vienna State Opera. This album, released in 2016 by Orfeo, is a testament to Dermota's extraordinary vocal prowess and his deep connection with the classical and opera genres. Spanning a remarkable 2 hours and 24 minutes, the album features a diverse collection of 21 tracks, showcasing Dermota's versatility and mastery over a wide range of roles and compositions.
From the enchanting melodies of Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte" and the dramatic intensity of "Don Giovanni" to the nuanced performances in "Così fan tutte" and "Der Rosenkavalier," Dermota's voice shines with unparalleled brilliance. The album also includes selections from lesser-known but equally captivating works such as "Eugene Onegin" and "Katerina Izmaylova," demonstrating Dermota's ability to bring depth and emotion to every role.
Recorded with the Vienna Philharmonic under the baton of Karl Böhm, this album captures the essence of Dermota's live performances, offering a glimpse into the magic that made him a legend in the world of opera. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Anton Dermota's album is a must-listen, offering a rich tapestry of musical excellence that continues to inspire and captivate audiences.
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Tracks
Die Zauberflöte, K. 620: Act I: Arie: Dies Bildnis sind bezaubernd schonWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Josef Witt, Wiener Philharmoniker, Paul Schöffler, Erich Kunz, Walter Berry, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Die Zauberflote (The Magic Flute), K. 620, Act II: Mich schreckt kein todWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Josef Witt, Paul Schöffler, Anton Dermota, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act I: Nur ihrem Frieden weih' ich mein Leben (Sung in German)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, Anton Dermota, Karl Böhm
Don Giovanni, K. 527 (Sung in German): Act II: Einsam, hier an dunkler StatteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lisa della Casa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Anton Dermota, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Don Giovanni, K. 527 (Sung in German): Act II: Hor mich, ihr Freunde … Folget der HeissgeliebtenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anton Dermota, Irmgard Seefried, Lisa della Casa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act I: La mia DorabellaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Irmgard Seefried, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Erich Kunz, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act I: Un'aura amorosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Irmgard Seefried, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Erich Kunz, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act II: Fra gli amplessiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Erich Kunz, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg (The Mastersingers of Nuremberg), Act III: Gleich, Meister! Hier!Richard Wagner, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Jetzt, Schatzchen, jetzt sind wir alleinLudwig van Beethoven, Irmgard Seefried, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Gott! Welch ein Dunkel hier! … In des Lebens FruhlingstagenLudwig van Beethoven, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Anton Dermota, Erich Kunz, Karl Böhm
Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59, TrV 227, Act I: Di rigori armato il senoRichard Strauss, Ludwig Weber, Franz Bierbach, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Arabella, Op. 79, TrV 263, Act III: Arabella! Unmoglich! Es ist ja nicht denkbar!Richard Strauss, Lisa della Casa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Capriccio, Op. 85, TrV 279, Act I: Kein Andres, das mir so im Herzen loht … Des Dichters Worte, wie leuchten Sie klar! … Verraten hab' ich meine GefuhleRichard Strauss, Walter Berry, Paul Schöffler, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Karl Böhm
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act I: Mesdames, verzeih'n Sie meine kuhnheit … O Wonne, o Seligkeit, ich seh' Sie (Sung in German)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonie Rysanek, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Mira Kalin, Anton Dermota, George London, Erich Kunz, Berislav Klobucar
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24 (Sung in German): Act II: Wohin seid ihr entschwundenPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Anton Dermota, Erich Kunz, Ljubomir Pantscheff, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Lovro Von Matacic
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24 (Sung in German): Act II: Da kommen sie!Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anton Dermota, Erich Kunz, Ljubomir Pantscheff, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Lovro Von Matacic
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act II: Triquet's CoupletsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mira Kalin, George London, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Ljubomir Pantscheff, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Leonie Rysanek, Peter Schrottner, Berislav Klobucar, Lovro Von Matacic
Katerina Izmaylova, Op. 114, Act II: Katerina! - Sinowi!Dmitri Shostakovich, Inge Borkh, Fritz Uhl, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Serge Baudo
Palestrina, Act I: Allein in dunkler TiefeHans Pfitzner, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Rita Streich, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Laurence Dutoit, Judith Hellwig, Hildegard Roessl-Majdan, Hans Swarowsky
Die Zauberflote (The Magic Flute), K. 620, Act I: Die Weisheitslehre dieser KnabenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Hans Helm, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Thomas Sanderling
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