Kurt Weill's masterpiece, 'The Seven Deadly Sins', is a scathing critique of capitalist society, and this new recording from the London Symphony Orchestra is a testament to the timeless power of his music. Released in collaboration with the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music in New York, and coinciding with celebrations of Sir Simon Rattle's 70th birthday, this album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music.
Conducted by the renowned Sir Simon Rattle, this all-star cast brings to life the story of Anna, a morally conflicted young woman who embarks on a journey across seven American cities, encountering the seven deadly sins along the way. Weill's unique blend of tuneful satire and shameless entertainment is on full display, making for an unforgettable listening experience.
This album, released on the LSO Live label, features a range of Weill's works, including 'The Seven Deadly Sins', 'Death in the Forest, Op. 23', 'Street Scene, Act I: Lonely House', and 'Little Threepenny Music'. With its release on 17 January 2025, this recording is a fitting tribute to Weill's legacy and a celebration of his enduring influence on classical music.
Under the masterful direction of Sir Simon Rattle, the London Symphony Orchestra brings Weill's music to life with precision and passion, making this album a standout addition to any classical music collection. So, immerse yourself in the sultry and sensational world of Kurt Weill, and discover the biting critique of capitalist society that has made 'The Seven Deadly Sins' a classic of 20th-century music.
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Tracks
The Seven Deadly Sins: I. PrologueKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Magdalena Kožená
The Seven Deadly Sins: II. SlothKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Staples, Florian Boesch, Ross Ramgobin, Alessandro Fisher
The Seven Deadly Sins: III. PrideKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Magdalena Kožená, Andrew Staples, Florian Boesch, Ross Ramgobin, Alessandro Fisher
The Seven Deadly Sins: IV. WrathKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Magdalena Kožená, Andrew Staples, Florian Boesch, Ross Ramgobin, Alessandro Fisher
The Seven Deadly Sins: V. GluttonyKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, Andrew Staples, Florian Boesch, Ross Ramgobin, Alessandro Fisher
The Seven Deadly Sins: VI. LustKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Magdalena Kožená, Andrew Staples, Florian Boesch, Ross Ramgobin, Alessandro Fisher
The Seven Deadly Sins: VII. GreedKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Staples, Florian Boesch, Ross Ramgobin, Alessandro Fisher
The Seven Deadly Sins: VIII. EnvyKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Magdalena Kožená, Andrew Staples, Florian Boesch, Ross Ramgobin, Alessandro Fisher
The Seven Deadly Sins: IX. EpilogueKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Magdalena Kožená
Death in the Forest, Op. 23Kurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Florian Boesch
Street Scene, Act I: Lonely HouseKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Staples
Four Walt Whitman Songs: No. 1, Beat! Beat! Drums!Kurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Ross Ramgobin
Four Walt Whitman Songs: No. 4, Dirge for Two VeteransKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Staples
Little Threepenny Music: I. OvertureKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Little Threepenny Music: II. The Ballad of Mack the KnifeKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Little Threepenny Music: III. Instead of...Kurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Little Threepenny Music: IV. Ballad of the Pleasant LifeKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Little Threepenny Music: V. Polly's SongKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Little Threepenny Music: VI. Tango BalladKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Little Threepenny Music: VII. Cannon SongKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
Little Threepenny Music: VIII. Threepenny FinaleKurt Weill, Sir Simon Rattle, London Symphony Orchestra
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