Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Richard Strauss with the album "Strauss: Don Quixote and Other Orchestral Works." Released in 1988 under the Chandos label, this classical masterpiece showcases Strauss's extraordinary compositional prowess and his ability to bring literary characters to life through music.
The centerpiece of the album is Strauss's "Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184," a tone poem that vividly portrays the adventures of Miguel de Cervantes' iconic knight. Composed in 1898, this work is a fantastic set of variations that capture the essence of Don Quixote's chivalrous yet delusional character. From the thrilling "Variation I. Das Abenteuer mit den Windmühlen" (The Adventure with the Windmills) to the poignant "Finale. Don Quixotes Tod" (Don Quixote's Death), each section is a masterclass in orchestral storytelling.
In addition to "Don Quixote," the album features a selection of other orchestral works by Strauss, including the enchanting "Romanze for Cello & Orchestra, TrV 118" and the lyrical "4 Lieder, Op. 27, TrV 170" and "4 Gesänge, Op. 33, TrV 180." These pieces showcase Strauss's versatility and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Strauss's orchestral works for both newcomers and seasoned classical music enthusiasts. The meticulous attention to detail in each composition, combined with the rich orchestration, makes this album a timeless addition to any music collection.
1988 Chandos Records1988 Chandos Records
Tracks
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: IntroductionRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation I. Das Abenteuer mit den WindmühlenRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation II. Der Kampf gegen die HammelherdeRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation III. Gespräche zwischen Ritter und KnappeRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation IV. Das Abenteuer mit der Prozession von BüßernRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation V. Don Quixotes Wacht in der SommernachtRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation VI. Die verzauberte DulzineaRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation VII. Der Ritt durch die LuftRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation VIII. Die Fahrt auf dem verzauberten NachenRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation IX. Der Kampf gegen die vermeintlichen ZaubererRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Variation X. Zweikampf mit dem Ritter vom blanken MondeRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Don Quixote, Op. 35, TrV 184: Finale. Don Quixotes TodRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch, Edwin Paling, John Harrington
Romanze for Cello & Orchestra, TrV 118Richard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Raphael Wallfisch
4 Lieder, Op. 27, TrV 170: I. Ruhe, meine Seele!Richard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Felicity Lott
4 Gesänge, Op. 33, TrV 180: II. Gesang der ApollopriesterinRichard Strauss, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Felicity Lott
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