Berg, A.: Wozzeck - Alban Berg - Vinyl LP UK

Berg, A.: Wozzeck - Alban Berg

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the powerful and gripping world of Alban Berg's masterpiece, "Wozzeck," a seminal work in the opera repertoire. Released on Naxos in 2002, this album captures the full, intense drama of Berg's only completed opera, a work that blends expressionism with atonality to create a hauntingly beautiful and deeply unsettling experience. The opera, based on Georg Büchner's play, tells the tragic story of Wozzeck, a poor soldier driven to madness and violence by the cruel world around him. Each of the fifteen tracks on this album corresponds to a scene in the opera, guiding you through the narrative with Berg's intricate and evocative music. From the eerie tones of "The Captain's room" to the chilling climax in the "Forest path by a pool," Berg's score is a tour de force of musical innovation and emotional depth. With a duration of 1 hour and 39 minutes, this album is a profound exploration of human suffering and the darker aspects of society, brought to life through Berg's unique compositional style.

29 jul 20022002 Naxos2002 Naxos

Tracks

Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act I Scene 1: The Captain's roomAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
9:32
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act I Scene 2: Open field outside the townAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
7:32
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act I Scene 3: Marie's roomAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
8:49
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act I Scene 4: The Doctor's studyAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
8:09
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act I Scene 5: Street in front of Marie's doorAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
3:16
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act II, IntroductionAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
0:26
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act II Scene 1: Marie's roomAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
5:32
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act II Scene 2: Street in townAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
10:36
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act II Scene 3: Street in front of Marie's doorAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
4:35
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act II Scene 4: Tavern GardenAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
11:59
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act II Scene 5: Guardroom in the barracksAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
4:35
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act III Scene 1: Marie's roomAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
5:38
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act III Scene 2: Forest path by a poolAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
5:09
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act III Scene 3: TavernAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
3:05
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act III Scene 4: Forest path by a poolAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
8:15
Wozzeck, Op. 7: Act III Scene 5: Street in front of Marie's doorAlban Berg, Katarina Dalayman, Klas Hedlund, Lennard Stregard, Marianne Eklof, Carl Johan Falkman, Ulrik Qvale, Sten Wahlund, Stockholm Royal Opera Chorus, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Leif Segerstam
2:23

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About Alban Berg

Alban Berg, an Austrian composer born in 1885 and passing away in 1935, is renowned for his profound contributions to the world of opera. His works are celebrated for their emotional depth and innovative use of atonality, a hallmark of the Second Viennese School. Berg's compositions, such as "Wozzeck" and "Lulu," are not just musical pieces but journeys into the human psyche, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the darker aspects of society. His ability to blend complex musical structures with deeply moving narratives has cemented his legacy as a pioneer in modern opera.

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