Dive into the captivating world of Carl Orff's "Orff: Prometheus," a masterful adaptation of Aeschylus's ancient Greek tragedy. Released in 2016 under the Orfeo label, this album is a testament to Orff's unique musical interpretation, focusing on the symbolic imagery of the scenes. The album spans 10 tracks, with a total duration of 2 hours and 11 minutes, offering a rich and immersive listening experience.
Orff's "Prometheus" is known for its austere yet powerful rendition, performed in the original Greek text. This album features a stellar performance by the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Rafael Kubelik. The tracks, such as "Prometheus: Scene 1" and "Prometheus: Scene 2," showcase Orff's distinctive style and the profound depth of the original tragedy.
For classical music enthusiasts and those interested in ancient Greek drama, this album is a must-listen. The detailed and evocative performances bring to life the timeless story of Prometheus, making it a significant addition to any music collection. Whether you're a long-time fan of Carl Orff or new to his work, "Orff: Prometheus" promises an engaging and thought-provoking journey through one of the most iconic tales of Greek mythology.
2016 Orfeo2016 Orfeo
Tracks
Prometheus: Scene 1, Am Rand der Erde sind wir angelangtCarl Orff, Josef Greindl, Heinz Cramer, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Prometheus: Scene 2, Heiliger Ather, leichtbeschwingte LuftCarl Orff, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík, Roland Hermann
Prometheus: Scene 3, Horch, horch! Da, da! Welcher Ton, welcher HauchCarl Orff, Isolde Mitternacht, Julia Falk, Roland Hermann, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Erika Rüggeberg, Rafael Kubelík
Prometheus: Scene 4, So bin ich am Ende des weiten FlugsCarl Orff, Roland Hermann, Kieth Engen, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík
Prometheus: Scene 5, Sieh, wie wir dein Unheilslos, Prometeus, beklagenCarl Orff, Rafael Kubelík, Roland Hermann, Erika Rüggeberg, Isolde Mitternacht, Julia Falk, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks
Prometheus: Scene 6, Welches Land? Welcher Stamm?Carl Orff, Rafael Kubelík, Roland Hermann, Colette Lorand, Erika Rüggeberg, Isolde Mitternacht, Julia Falk, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks
Prometheus: Scene 6, Ich weiss nicht, wie ichs euch verweigern sollCarl Orff, Rafael Kubelík, Roland Hermann, Colette Lorand, Erika Rüggeberg, Isolde Mitternacht, Julia Falk, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks
Prometheus: Scene 7, Weise, ja weise war jenerCarl Orff, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Roland Hermann, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík, Erika Rüggeberg, Isolde Mitternacht, Julia Falk
Prometheus: Scene 8, Da seh ich schon den Laufer dieses ZeusCarl Orff, Rafael Kubelík, Roland Hermann, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Isolde Mitternacht, Fritz Uhl, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Julia Falk, Erika Rüggeberg
Prometheus: Scene 9, Nur wankt sie in Wahrheit und nicht mehr im WortCarl Orff, Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Rafael Kubelík, Roland Hermann
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