Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Antonín Dvořák's "Rusalka - Highlights," a captivating collection of orchestral and chamber music pieces that showcase the composer's mastery and emotional depth. Released in 1998 under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album offers a concise yet comprehensive journey through the highlights of Dvořák's opera "Rusalka," a fairy-tale-inspired masterpiece that blends lyrical beauty with dramatic intensity.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, the album features key moments from each act of the opera, including the famous aria "Song to the Moon" (Mesicku na nebi hlubokém) and the poignant "Lover's Duet" (Milácku, znás mne, znás?). The orchestral arrangements, performed by a top-notch ensemble, bring to life the rich harmonies and vivid characterizations that Dvořák is renowned for.
Dvořák's "Rusalka - Highlights" is a testament to the composer's ability to weave intricate musical narratives that resonate with listeners. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling introduction to Dvořák's unique voice and the timeless allure of his music.
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 1: Mesicku na nebi hlubokémAntonín Dvořák, Renée Fleming, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 1: Cury mury fukAntonín Dvořák, Dolora Zajick, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 1: Ustante v lovu, na hrad vrafte seAntonín Dvořák, Ben Heppner, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 1: Sestry, jedna scházi z nás!Antonín Dvořák, Franz Hawlata, Ben Heppner, Kühn Mixed Choir, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 2: Slavnosti hudba - baletAntonín Dvořák, Franz Hawlata, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 2: Cely svet neda ti, nedaAntonín Dvořák, Franz Hawlata, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 2: Kvetiny bile po cesteAntonín Dvořák, Franz Hawlata, Kühn Mixed Choir, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 2: Rusalko, znas mne, znas?Antonín Dvořák, Franz Hawlata, Renée Fleming, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 2: Vidis je, vidis? Jsou tu zasAntonín Dvořák, Renée Fleming, Eva Urbanová, Ben Heppner, Franz Hawlata, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 3: Necitelná vodní mociAntonín Dvořák, Renée Fleming, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 3: Vyrvána zivotu v hlubokou samotuAntonín Dvořák, Renée Fleming, Kühn Mixed Choir, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 3: Milácku, znás mne, znás?Antonín Dvořák, Renée Fleming, Ben Heppner, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 3: Líbej mne, líbej, mír mi prejAntonín Dvořák, Ben Heppner, Renée Fleming, Franz Hawlata, Czech Philharmonic, Sir Charles Mackerras
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