don giovanni, wozzek, fidelio, frau ohne schatten, lohengrin, cosi fan tutte, nozze di figaro, rosenkavalier, parsifal, falstaff & capriccio - walter berry
Don Giovanni, Wozzek, Fidelio, Frau ohne Schatten, Lohengrin, Cosi fan tutte, Nozze di Figaro, Rosenkavalier, Parsifal, Falstaff & Capriccio
Dive into the captivating world of opera with Walter Berry's remarkable compilation album, released on January 1, 2016, under the Orfeo label. This exquisite collection spans a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, featuring a diverse array of operatic masterpieces that showcase Berry's extraordinary vocal prowess and versatility.
The album opens with a selection from Mozart's "Don Giovanni," showcasing Berry's ability to bring depth and nuance to some of opera's most iconic roles. It continues with excerpts from Alban Berg's "Wozzeck," Ludwig van Beethoven's "Fidelio," and Richard Strauss's "Die Frau ohne Schatten," each piece demonstrating Berry's remarkable range and interpretive skill.
Fans of Richard Wagner will delight in the inclusion of a powerful aria from "Lohengrin," while lovers of Mozart will appreciate the selections from "Così fan tutte" and "Le nozze di Figaro." The album also features a poignant aria from Richard Strauss's "Der Rosenkavalier," a profound excerpt from Wagner's "Parsifal," and a lively number from Giuseppe Verdi's "Falstaff." The collection concludes with a piece from Richard Strauss's "Capriccio," rounding out a journey through some of the most beloved and enduring works in the operatic repertoire.
Walter Berry, a renowned baritone, brings his rich, resonant voice and profound understanding of each character to every performance. His collaborations with esteemed conductors and orchestras, such as Karl Böhm and the Orchestra of the Vienna State Opera, add an extra layer of depth and brilliance to these recordings. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling introduction to the art form and a testament to Walter Berry's enduring legacy.
(C) 2016 Orfeo(P) 2016 Orfeo
Tracks
Don Giovanni, K. 527: Hab's verstandenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm, Walter Berry
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Das Messer? Wo ist das Messer?Alban Berg, Karl Dönch, Peter Klein, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm, Walter Berry
Fidelio, Op. 72: Ha! Welch ein Augenblick!Ludwig van Beethoven, Walter Berry, Chor der Wachen, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Herbert von Karajan
Don Giovanni, K. 527: Madamina, il catalogo e questoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Herbert von Karajan, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra
Die Frau ohne Schatten, Op. 65, TrV 234: Sie aus dem HauseRichard Strauss, Christa Ludwig, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Herbert von Karajan
Lohengrin, WWV 75: Dank, Konig, dir, dass du zu richten kamst!Richard Wagner, Martti Talvela, Eberhard Wächter, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Cosi fan tutte, K. 588: Ich bitte, schonste Damen - O seld nicht so sprodeWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm, Hilde Gueden, Christa Ludwig, Waldemar Kmentt, Karl Dönch
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: Bravo, signor padrone! ... Se vuol ballare, Signor ContinoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59, TrV 227: Da lieg' ich!Richard Strauss, Margarita Lilova, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Leonard Bernstein
Parsifal, WWV 111: Die Zeit ist daRichard Wagner, Leonie Rysanek, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Horst Stein
Falstaff: Alice e mia!Giuseppe Verdi, Giorgio Zancanaro, Wilfried Gahmlich, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Lorin Maazel
Capriccio, Op. 85, TrV 279: Hola, ihr Streiter in Apoll!Richard Strauss, Walter Berry, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Peter Schneider