Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I: PreludeFranz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 1: Warum entfliehst du dem bunten Spiel (Phoebus, Gringoire, Officer)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 1: In holder Anmut (Phoebus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 1: Halt! Nicht weiter! (Archdeacon, Quasimodo, Phoebus, Gringoire, Esmeralda, Officer, Chorus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 1: Was treibst du hier? (Archdeacon, Phoebus, Gringoire, Esmeralda, Chorus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 2: Holle! Tod! (Archdeacon, Gringoire, Esmeralda)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 2: Ihr seid noch hier? (Gringoire, Chorus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 2: IntermezzoFranz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 3: Niemand hier! (Phoebus, Gringoire, Esmeralda, Falourdel)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act I Scene 3: Ha, Elender! (Phoebus, Gringoire, Esmeralda, Falourdel)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II: PreludeFranz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Scene 1: So sanft und friedlich (Archdeacon)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Scene 1: Ach, es ist der Priester! (Archdeacon, Esmeralda)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Scene 1: IntermezzoFranz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Scene 2: De ventre inferi clamavi (Archdeacon, Quasimodo, Esmeralda, Chorus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Scene 2: Asyl! Asyl! (Quasimodo, Chorus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Scene 2: IntermezzoFranz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Final Scene: Es flieht der Schlummer meine Augen (Archdeacon, Quasimodo, Esmeralda)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Final Scene: Da ist sie! (Quasimodo, Chorus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Notre Dame, Op. 2, Act II Final Scene: Du bist gerettet, meine Seele (Archdeacon, Quasimodo, Chorus)Franz Schmidt, Hartmut Welker, Kurt Moll, James King, Horst Rüdiger Laubenthal, Gwyneth Jones, Kaja Borris, Hans Helm, Andreas Juffinger, Chor der St. Hedwigs-Kathedrale Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Christof Perick
Franz Schmidt, born in Bratislava in 1874, was an Austrian composer, cellist, and pianist whose life and work bridged the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the early 20th century. A pupil of the renowned Leschetizky and Bruckner, Schmidt's musical journey began as a cellist in the Vienna Court Opera. His compositions, deeply rooted in chamber music, reflect his profound understanding of both performance and composition. Schmidt's Symphony No. 2, premiered in 1913, remains a staple in the Vienna Philharmonic's repertoire, showcasing his enduring influence. As Director and later Rector of the Vienna Conservatory from 1925 to 1937, Schmidt's legacy extends beyond his compositions to his significant contributions to music education. His work offers a rich, immersive experience, inviting audiences to explore the depths of his musical vision.
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1989 Capriccio1989 Capriccio
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Franz Schmidt's "Notre Dame" is a captivating romantic opera that brings to life the timeless tale by Victor Hugo. Composed by Schmidt himself, with a libretto co-written by professional chemist and amateur poet Leopold Wilk, this opera is a testament to Schmidt's musical prowess and storytelling ability. Released on January 1, 1989, by Capriccio, the album spans a rich duration of 2 hours and 5 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through the dramatic and emotional depths of Hugo's classic story.
The opera is presented in two acts, each prefaced by a prelude that sets the tone for the unfolding drama. The tracklist features a variety of scenes and intermezzos, showcasing the intricate interplay of characters such as Phoebus, Gringoire, Quasimodo, Esmeralda, and the Archdeacon. Notable tracks include the hauntingly beautiful "Notre Dame: Intermezzo" and the powerful ensemble pieces that highlight the opera's rich choral and orchestral arrangements.
Franz Schmidt's "Notre Dame" is not just an opera but a masterful exploration of human passion, conflict, and redemption. The album's chamber music genre adds a layer of intimacy and depth, making it a compelling listen for both opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre. With its rich historical context and enduring themes, this opera remains a significant work in the classical music repertoire.