Immerse yourself in the profound and powerful world of Richard Wagner with the meticulously curated compilation "Great Wagner Conductors." This extraordinary collection, released on January 1, 2013, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, spans nearly five hours of Wagner's most iconic operatic and orchestral works. The album is a testament to the genius of Richard Wagner, featuring his most celebrated compositions, including overtures, preludes, and excerpts from his grand operas.
From the stirring "Ride of the Valkyries" to the haunting "Liebestod" from "Tristan und Isolde," this album showcases the depth and breadth of Wagner's musical prowess. Each track is performed by renowned conductors, bringing out the nuanced emotions and dramatic intensity that Wagner's music is known for. The inclusion of live performances, such as those from the Titania-Palast in Berlin and Rome, adds an electrifying energy to the recordings, making this a dynamic and engaging listening experience.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Wagner's works, "Great Wagner Conductors" offers a comprehensive journey through the composer's most influential pieces. The album is a must-listen for anyone seeking to explore the rich tapestry of Wagner's musical legacy.
Rienzi, WWV 49: OvertureRichard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Der fliegende Holländer, WWV 63: OvertureRichard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Siegfried Idyll, WWV 103Richard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Lohengrin, WWV 75: Prelude to Act IRichard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Die Meistersinger von NĂĽrnberg, WWV 96: Prelude to Act IRichard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Parsifal, WWV 111: PreludeRichard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Tannhäuser, WWV 70: OvertureRichard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Tristan und Isolde, WWV 90: Prelude and LiebestodRichard Wagner, Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, Hans Knappertsbusch
Die Meistersinger von NĂĽrnberg, WWV 96: Prelude to Act IRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Die Meistersinger von NĂĽrnberg, WWV 96: Prelude to Act IIIRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Die Meistersinger von NĂĽrnberg, WWV 96: Tanz der LehrbubenRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Die WalkĂĽre, WWV 86B / Act 3: The Ride Of The ValkyriesRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Parsifal, WWV 111 / Act 1: VerwandlungsmusikRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Tannhäuser, WWV 70 - Paris Version / Act 1: BacchanaleRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Hans Knappertsbusch
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg: Overture (Concert Version) - Live at Titania-Palast, Berlin, 1949Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Tannhäuser: Overture (Concert Version) - Live in Rome, 1951Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Tristan und Isolde, Act I: Prelude - Live at Titania-Palast, Berlin, 1949Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Tristan und Isolde, Act III: Liebestod (Concert Version) - Live at Titania-Palast, Berlin, 1949Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Götterdämmerung, Act III: Siegfried's Funeral March (Concert Version) - Live at Titania-Palast, Berlin, 1949Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Parsifal, Act III: Karfreitagszauber "Good Friday Music" (Concert Version)Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Lohengrin, Act I: PreludeRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Wilhelm Furtwängler
Tristan und Isolde, WWV 90 / Act 1: Prelude To Act 1Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Tristan und Isolde, WWV 90 / Act 3: Isoldes LiebestodRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Victor de Sabata
Das Rheingold / Scene 4: Entry of the gods into ValhallaRichard Wagner, Staatskapelle Berlin, Karl Elmendorff
Die WalkĂĽre / Dritter Aufzug: The Ride of the ValkyriesRichard Wagner, Staatskapelle Berlin, Karl Elmendorff
Die WalkĂĽre / Dritter Aufzug: Magic Fire MusicRichard Wagner, Staatskapelle Berlin, Karl Elmendorff
Götterdämmerung / Prologue: Siegfrieds RheinfahrtRichard Wagner, Staatskapelle Berlin, Karl Elmendorff
Lohengrin, Act I: PreludeRichard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Lohengrin, Act III: Prelude (Concert Ending)Richard Wagner, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Parsifal, Act I: Prelude (Concert Ending)Richard Wagner, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Eugen Jochum
Parsifal, Act III: Karfreitagszauber "Good Friday Music" (Concert Version)Richard Wagner, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Eugen Jochum