Anton Dermota, a celebrated figure in the world of opera and classical music, presents a captivating collection of his performances in the album "Anton Dermota." Released on July 1, 2016, under the Orfeo label, this album is a testament to Dermota's remarkable vocal prowess and his deep understanding of his craft. Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 24 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most revered operas and compositions in the classical music canon.
The tracklist is a diverse and engaging mix of arias and ensembles from iconic operas such as Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte" (The Magic Flute), "Don Giovanni," and "Così fan tutte," as well as works by Richard Strauss, Beethoven, and Tchaikovsky. Dermota's renditions are not only technically impeccable but also imbued with a profound emotional depth, making each piece a unique and memorable experience.
Anton Dermota's album is a must-listen for both seasoned opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre. It offers a rare opportunity to appreciate the artistry of one of the most respected voices in classical music, performing some of the most beloved and enduring works of the repertoire. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic intensity of "Don Giovanni" or the lyrical beauty of "Die Zauberflöte," this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Die Zauberflöte, K. 620: Act I: Arie: Dies Bildnis sind bezaubernd schonWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Josef Witt, Wiener Philharmoniker, Paul Schöffler, Erich Kunz, Walter Berry, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Die Zauberflote (The Magic Flute), K. 620, Act II: Mich schreckt kein todWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Josef Witt, Paul Schöffler, Anton Dermota, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act I: Nur ihrem Frieden weih' ich mein Leben (Sung in German)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, Anton Dermota, Karl Böhm
Don Giovanni, K. 527 (Sung in German): Act II: Einsam, hier an dunkler StatteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lisa della Casa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Anton Dermota, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Don Giovanni, K. 527 (Sung in German): Act II: Hor mich, ihr Freunde … Folget der HeissgeliebtenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anton Dermota, Irmgard Seefried, Lisa della Casa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act I: La mia DorabellaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Irmgard Seefried, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Erich Kunz, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act I: Un'aura amorosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Irmgard Seefried, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Erich Kunz, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act II: Fra gli amplessiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Erich Kunz, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg (The Mastersingers of Nuremberg), Act III: Gleich, Meister! Hier!Richard Wagner, Paul Schöffler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Irmgard Seefried, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Jetzt, Schatzchen, jetzt sind wir alleinLudwig van Beethoven, Irmgard Seefried, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Gott! Welch ein Dunkel hier! … In des Lebens FruhlingstagenLudwig van Beethoven, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Anton Dermota, Erich Kunz, Karl Böhm
Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59, TrV 227, Act I: Di rigori armato il senoRichard Strauss, Ludwig Weber, Franz Bierbach, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Arabella, Op. 79, TrV 263, Act III: Arabella! Unmoglich! Es ist ja nicht denkbar!Richard Strauss, Lisa della Casa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Capriccio, Op. 85, TrV 279, Act I: Kein Andres, das mir so im Herzen loht … Des Dichters Worte, wie leuchten Sie klar! … Verraten hab' ich meine GefuhleRichard Strauss, Walter Berry, Paul Schöffler, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Karl Böhm
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act I: Mesdames, verzeih'n Sie meine kuhnheit … O Wonne, o Seligkeit, ich seh' Sie (Sung in German)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonie Rysanek, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Mira Kalin, Anton Dermota, George London, Erich Kunz, Berislav Klobucar
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24 (Sung in German): Act II: Wohin seid ihr entschwundenPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Anton Dermota, Erich Kunz, Ljubomir Pantscheff, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Lovro Von Matacic
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24 (Sung in German): Act II: Da kommen sie!Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anton Dermota, Erich Kunz, Ljubomir Pantscheff, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Lovro Von Matacic
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act II: Triquet's CoupletsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mira Kalin, George London, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Ljubomir Pantscheff, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Leonie Rysanek, Peter Schrottner, Berislav Klobucar, Lovro Von Matacic
Katerina Izmaylova, Op. 114, Act II: Katerina! - Sinowi!Dmitri Shostakovich, Inge Borkh, Fritz Uhl, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Serge Baudo
Palestrina, Act I: Allein in dunkler TiefeHans Pfitzner, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Rita Streich, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Laurence Dutoit, Judith Hellwig, Hildegard Roessl-Majdan, Hans Swarowsky
Die Zauberflote (The Magic Flute), K. 620, Act I: Die Weisheitslehre dieser KnabenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Hans Helm, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Thomas Sanderling