Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of Ludwig van Beethoven with the release of "Fidelio, Op. 72." This iconic opera, recorded in 1965 and released under the Vox label, offers a rich and captivating journey through the realms of classical music. Spanning a duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes, this album is a testament to Beethoven's genius and his enduring influence on the world of classical composition.
"Fidelio, Op. 72" is a powerful and dramatic work that tells the story of Leonore, a woman disguised as a man named Fidelio, who infiltrates a political prison to rescue her husband, Florestan, from the clutches of the wicked governor, Pizarro. The opera is a triumph of Beethoven's ability to blend profound emotional depth with intricate musical structure, creating a work that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply moving.
The album features a stellar cast of vocalists and musicians, each bringing their unique talents to bear on this monumental work. From the stirring overture to the triumphant finale, every moment of "Fidelio, Op. 72" is imbued with Beethoven's distinctive style and unparalleled musical insight.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Fidelio, Op. 72" is an essential addition to your music collection. This album is not just a recording; it is a living, breathing testament to the power of music to inspire, uplift, and transform.
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Tracks
Fidelio, Op. 72: OvertureLudwig van Beethoven, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Duett. Jetzt Schätzchen, jetzt sind wir allein (Jaquino, Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Klein, Irmgard Seefried, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Narration. Arme Jaquino - Arie. O wär' ich schon mit dir vereint (Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Irmgard Seefried, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Quartett. Mir ist so wunderbar (Marzelline, Leonore, Rocco, Jaquino)Ludwig van Beethoven, Irmgard Seefried, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Peter Klein, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Narration. Höre, Fidelio - Arie. Hat man nicht auch Gold beineben (Rocco, Marzelline, Leonore)Ludwig van Beethoven, Herbert Alsen, Irmgard Seefried, Hilde Konetzni, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Narration. Meister Rocco! Oft sehe ich Euch (Leonore)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Irmgard Seefried
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Terzett. Gut, Söhnchen, gut (Leonore, Rocco, Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Herbert Alsen, Hilde Konetzni, Irmgard Seefried, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Marsch. VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Narration. Drei Schildwachen auf den Wall (Rocco)Ludwig van Beethoven, Paul Schöffler, Herbert Alsen
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Arie mit Chor. Ha! Welch ein Augenblick (Pizarro, Choir)Ludwig van Beethoven, Paul Schöffler, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Duett. Jetzt, Alter (Rocco, Pizarro)Ludwig van Beethoven, Paul Schöffler, Herbert Alsen, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Recitativ und Arie. Abscheulicher! Wo eilst du hin? (Leonore)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Narration. Fidelio, Du hier (Rocco, Marzelline)Ludwig van Beethoven, Herbert Alsen, Irmgard Seefried
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Finale. O welche Lust, in freier Luft "Prisoners' Chorus" (Leonore, Rocco, Marzelline, Jaquino, Pizarro, Choir)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Peter Klein, Irmgard Seefried, Paul Schöffler, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Finale. Nun sprecht, wie ging's? (Leonore, Rocco, Jaquino, Marzelline, Pizarro)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Irmgard Seefried, Peter Klein, Paul Schöffler, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Finale. Leb' wohl, du warmes Sonnenlicht (Marzelline, Leonore, Rocco, Jaquino, Pizarro, Choir)Ludwig van Beethoven, Irmgard Seefried, Hilde Konetzni, Peter Klein, Paul Schöffler, Herbert Alsen, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Introduction und Arie. Gott, welch Dunkel hier! (Florestan)Ludwig van Beethoven, Torsten Ralf, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Melodram und Duett. Wie kalt ist es (Leonore, Rocco)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Narration. Er erwacht! (Leonore, Rocco, Florestan)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Torsten Ralf
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Terzett. Euch werde Lohn in bessern Welten (Leonore, Florestan, Rocco)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Torsten Ralf, Herbert Alsen, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Narration. Alles ist bereit! Ich gehe das Signal zu geben (Leonore, Rocco, Florestan, Pizarro)Ludwig van Beethoven, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Torsten Ralf, Paul Schöffler
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Quartett. Er sterbe! (Leonore, Rocco, Florestan, Pizarro)Ludwig van Beethoven, Paul Schöffler, Torsten Ralf, Hilde Konetzni, Herbert Alsen, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Narration. Meine Leonore - Duett. O namenlose Freude! (Leonore, Florestan)Ludwig van Beethoven, Torsten Ralf, Hilde Konetzni, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Leonora Overture No. 3, Op. 72bLudwig van Beethoven, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act II: Finale (Fernando, Rocco, Pizarro, Leonore, Marzelline, Florestan, Jaquino, Choir)Ludwig van Beethoven, Tomislav Neralić, Herbert Alsen, Paul Schöffler, Hilde Konetzni, Irmgard Seefried, Torsten Ralf, Peter Klein, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Vienna State Opera Orchestra, Karl Böhm