Nancy Van de Vate's "All Quiet on the Western Front" is a powerful and immersive musical journey, released on November 1, 2011, under the Vienna Modern Masters label. This album is a complete operatic adaptation of Erich Maria Remarque's renowned novel, offering a profound and moving exploration of the human experience during wartime.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 31 minutes, the album is a testament to Van de Vate's exceptional compositional skills and her ability to convey deep emotional narratives through music. The tracklist is meticulously structured, guiding the audience through the various acts and scenes of the story. Each track is a carefully crafted piece, bringing to life the characters and their poignant journeys, from the innocence of youth to the harsh realities of war.
Van de Vate's work is not just a retelling of a classic tale but a fresh and compelling interpretation that resonates with timeless themes of friendship, loss, and the enduring human spirit. The album is a must-listen for fans of operatic and classical music, as well as those who appreciate thought-provoking and emotionally charged storytelling.
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Tracks
All Quiet on the Western Front: OvertureNancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 1: We rest now, bellies full, and at peace (Paul, Kropp, Muller)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 1: You Are the Iron Youth (Kantorek)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 1: Let's go, boys, let's go (Paul, Kantorek, Schoolboys)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 1: How Goes It, Franz? (Kropp, Kemmerich, Muller, Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 1: Where's the doctor? (Paul, Orderly, Doctor)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 2: PreludeNancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 2: Allo, allo, where Are you going? (Kropp, Leer, Paul, French Women)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 2: Un moment (French Women, Paul, Kropp, Leer)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 2: Sextet: They Are pleased, we Are pleased (French Women, Paul, Kropp, Leer)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act I Scene 2: Oh, how strange It all Is (Paul, Brunette)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 1: Paul! Paul! Mother, Paul Is here (Erna, Paul, Mother)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 1: Mother, I am home (Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 1: Can you make some use of these? (Paul, Erna, Mother)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 1: Stop, can't you salute? (Major, Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 1: Paul, come in! I have some news for you (Mittelstaedt, Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 1: Paul, Are you very much afraid? (Mother, Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 2: PreludeNancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 2: A warmth flows through me (Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 2: InterludeNancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 2: What will I do If someone jumps (Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 2: How slowly a man dies (Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act II Scene 2: Comrade, I did not want to kill you (Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act III: What do you say to some roast goose? (Katczynski, Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act III: What's It all about, Kat? (Paul, Katczynski)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act III: As you say, Kat, It does no good (Paul, Katczynski)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act III: Just at the last, as I said It would be (Katczynski, Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act III: Well, Kat, maybe we will be separated (Paul, Katczynski)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act III: InterludeNancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada
All Quiet on the Western Front, Act III: You could have saved yourself all That (Orderly, Paul)Nancy Van de Vate, Michael Polscer, Josef Krenmair, Steven Scheschareg, Dominic Natoli, Marek Olbrzymek, Linda Healy-Steck, Martha Jane Howe, Evelyn Petros, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Toshiyuki Shimada