Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Otto Nicolai's "Die Lustigen Weiber Von Windsor," a delightful operatic journey that has captivated audiences since its release in 1978. This album, featuring the renowned Staatskapelle Berlin, is a masterful rendition of Nicolai's comic-fantastic opera, originally composed in three acts.
With a runtime of just over an hour, this album is a perfect blend of humor, wit, and musical brilliance. The tracklist is a rollercoaster of emotions and stories, from the playful overture to the heartwarming duets and the lively choruses. Standout tracks include "Duet: Fenton!" and "Trio - Finale: So hat denn der Schwank der frohlichen Nacht," which showcase the incredible vocal talents of the performers.
Otto Nicolai, a German composer known for his operatic works, brings Shakespeare's "The Merry Wives of Windsor" to life in this album. The Staatskapelle Berlin, conducted by Bernhard Klee, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply engaging. The album was released under the Berlin Classics label and has been praised for its high-quality recording and faithful interpretation of Nicolai's score.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Die Lustigen Weiber Von Windsor" is an album that promises to entertain and enchant. It's a testament to Nicolai's musical genius and the enduring appeal of his operatic works. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience one of the most beloved operas of the 19th century, brought to life by some of the most talented musicians of our time.
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Tracks
The Merry Wives of Windsor: OvertureOtto Nicolai, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act I: Duet: Nein, das ist wirklich doch zu keck!Otto Nicolai, Edith Mathis, Hanna Schwarz, Siegfried Vogel, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee, Claude Dormoy, Karl-Ernst Mercker
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act I: Recitative and Aria: Nun eilt herbei, Witz, heitre LauneOtto Nicolai, Edith Mathis, Kurt Moll, Hanna Schwarz, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act II: Als Bublein klein an der Mutter BrustOtto Nicolai, Kurt Moll, Bernd Weikl, Siegfried Vogel, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee, Berlin State Opera Chorus
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act II: Duet: Fenton!Otto Nicolai, Peter Schreier, Helen Donath, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act II: Duet: So! jetzt hatt' ich ihn gefangen!Otto Nicolai, Edith Mathis, Bernd Weikl, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee, Berlin State Opera Chorus
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act III: O susser Mond!Otto Nicolai, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee, Berlin State Opera Chorus
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act III: Trio: Die Glocke schlug schon MitternachtOtto Nicolai, Edith Mathis, Kurt Moll, Hanna Schwarz, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act III: Mucken, Wespen, FliegenchorOtto Nicolai, Kurt Moll, Helen Donath, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee, Claude Dormoy, Berlin State Opera Chorus
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act III: Er gesteht noch immer nichtOtto Nicolai, Helen Donath, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee, Berlin State Opera Chorus
Die lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor): Act III: Trio - Finale: So hat denn der Schwank der frohlichen NachtOtto Nicolai, Peter Schreier, Edith Mathis, Kurt Moll, Helen Donath, Bernd Weikl, Siegfried Vogel, Staatskapelle Berlin, Bernhard Klee, Berlin State Opera Chorus