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Beethoven: Fidelio

Ludwig van Beethoven

2011
30 tracks
1 uur, 54 min
classical

Album Description

Ludwig van Beethoven's masterpiece, Beethoven: Fidelio, is a powerful and poignant opera that showcases the composer's unwavering dedication to the human spirit. This iconic work, released on 13 June 2011 by Decca Music Group Ltd., is a testament to the transformative power of love, loyalty, and freedom. With a duration of 1 hour and 54 minutes, this album is a sweeping narrative that whisks listeners away on a journey of devotion, sacrifice, and ultimately, triumph.

Through the opera's themes of selfless love, courage, and perseverance, Beethoven conveys his profound philosophical and political convictions. The music, a sublime blend of classical, chamber, and piano elements, is at once beautiful and haunting, with moments of profound joy and sorrow. From the stirring Overture to the sublime Prisoners' Chorus, each track is a masterclass in emotional depth and musical complexity.

Beethoven's Fidelio is more than just a musical composition – it is a powerful exploration of the human condition. The opera's story, which follows a wife's daring quest to rescue her beloved from the clutches of a ruthless regime, resonates deeply with audiences today. With its universal themes and timeless music, this album is a must-listen for anyone who has ever been moved by the beauty and power of classical music. Ludwig van Beethoven's genius shines brightly in this, his only opera, a work that continues to inspire and captivate audiences to this day.

Tracks

Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion): OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
6:20
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 1, Duet. Jetzt, Schätzchen, jetzt sind wir alleinLudwig van Beethoven, Rachel Harnisch, Christoph Strehl, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
4:52
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. Seit Fidelio bei uns istLudwig van Beethoven, Rachel Harnisch
0:11
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 2, Aria. O wär ich schon mit dir vereintLudwig van Beethoven, Rachel Harnisch, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
3:41
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. Ich täusche die MenschenLudwig van Beethoven, Nina Stemme, Christof Fischesser
0:54
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 3, Quartet. Mir ist so wunderbarLudwig van Beethoven, Rachel Harnisch, Nina Stemme, Christof Fischesser, Christoph Strehl, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
4:31
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. Marzelline und Fidelio haben sich offensichtlich recht liebLudwig van Beethoven, Christof Fischesser
0:17
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 4, Aria. Hat man nicht auch Gold beinebenLudwig van Beethoven, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
2:34
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. In den finstersten Gewolben sitzt ein GefangenerLudwig van Beethoven, Christof Fischesser
0:30
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 5, Trio. Gut Söhnchen, gutLudwig van Beethoven, Christof Fischesser, Nina Stemme, Rachel Harnisch, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
6:38
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 6, March – Dialogue. Drei Schildwachen auf den WallLudwig van Beethoven, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
2:08
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. Etwas neues vorgefallen?Ludwig van Beethoven, Falk Struckmann, Christof Fischesser
0:48
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 7, Aria & Chorus. Ha! Welch ein Augenblick!Ludwig van Beethoven, Falk Struckmann, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
3:30
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. Und nun zu dir mein lieber RoccoLudwig van Beethoven, Falk Struckmann
0:05
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 8, Duet. Jetzt, Alter, jetzt hat es Eile!Ludwig van Beethoven, Falk Struckmann, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
5:13
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 9, Recit. Abscheulicher! – Aria. Komm, Hoffnung, lass den letzten SternLudwig van Beethoven, Nina Stemme, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
7:22
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. Wie Fidelio das wieder geschafft hatte war mir ein RätselLudwig van Beethoven, Christoph Strehl
0:21
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: No. 10, O welche Lust, in freier Luft "Prisoners' Chorus"Ludwig van Beethoven, Juan Sebastian Acosta, Levente Pall, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
6:56
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Recit. Nun sprecht, wie ging's?Ludwig van Beethoven, Nina Stemme, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
5:19
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Recit. Ach! Vater, Vater, eilt!Ludwig van Beethoven, Nina Stemme, Rachel Harnisch, Christoph Strehl, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
0:41
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Dialogue. Verwegener AlterLudwig van Beethoven, Falk Struckmann, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
1:49
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act I: Recit. Leb wohl, du warmes SonnenlichtLudwig van Beethoven, Nina Stemme, Rachel Harnisch, Christoph Strehl, Falk Struckmann, Christof Fischesser, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
3:44
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Introduction - Gott! welch Dunkel hier! - In des Lebens FrühlingstagenLudwig van Beethoven, Jonas Kaufmann, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
11:23
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Melodrama. Wie kalt ist es in diesem unterirdischen Gewölbe... Duet. Nur hurtig fort, nur frisch gegrabenLudwig van Beethoven, Nina Stemme, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
5:53
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Dialogue. Ihr habt wieder geruhtLudwig van Beethoven, Christof Fischesser, Jonas Kaufmann, Nina Stemme
0:33
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Euch werde Lohn in bessern WeltenLudwig van Beethoven, Jonas Kaufmann, Nina Stemme, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
6:31
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Dialogue. Ist alles bereit?Ludwig van Beethoven, Falk Struckmann, Christof Fischesser
0:07
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Quartet. Er sterbe!Ludwig van Beethoven, Falk Struckmann, Jonas Kaufmann, Nina Stemme, Christof Fischesser, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
5:02
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Duet. O namenlose Freude!Ludwig van Beethoven, Nina Stemme, Jonas Kaufmann, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
3:04
Fidelio, Op. 72 (Ed. Lühning & Didion), Act II: Finale. Heil sei dem Tag… Des besten Königs Wink und Wille... Wer ein holdes Weib errungenLudwig van Beethoven, Peter Mattei, Christof Fischesser, Falk Struckmann, Jonas Kaufmann, Nina Stemme, Rachel Harnisch, Christoph Strehl, Arnold Schoenberg Chor, Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
13:46

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About Ludwig van Beethoven

Ludwig van Beethoven, born in Bonn in 1770, is one of the most celebrated composers in the history of Western music. His compositions, spanning the Classical and Romantic eras, are staples of the classical repertoire, known for their emotional depth and innovative structures. Beethoven's journey as a composer is often divided into three periods: his early years of crafting his skills, his middle "heroic" phase marked by works like his symphonies and piano sonatas, and his late period, where he pushed the boundaries of musical form and expression despite his increasing deafness. His Ninth Symphony, featuring the iconic "Ode to Joy," is a testament to his enduring legacy. Beethoven's music is not just about notes on a page; it's a journey through his personal struggles and triumphs, making each performance a profound experience.

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