Manfred Gurlitt's "Wozzeck" is a gripping and intense operatic experience that showcases the composer's unique interpretation of Georg Büchner's tragic play. Released on January 1, 1995, under the Capriccio label, this album is a testament to Gurlitt's mastery of musical storytelling, with a runtime of 1 hour and 13 minutes. The opera is divided into 18 scenes, each one building upon the last to create a powerful and unforgettable narrative. Gurlitt's composition is known for its expressive and dramatic qualities, making this album a compelling listen for both opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre. The album features a full cast of talented vocalists, each bringing their unique interpretation to their respective roles, and a skilled orchestra that brings Gurlitt's score to life. This album is a must-listen for anyone interested in exploring the depths of human emotion and the complexities of the human condition through the power of music.
(C) 1995 Capriccio(P) 1995 Capriccio
Tracks
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 1: Langsam, Wozzeck, langsam! (Hauptman, Wozzeck, Chorus)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 2: Du, der Platz ist verflucht! (Wozzeck, Andres)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 3: He Bub! Sasa! Rarara! Da kommen sie! - Madel, was fangst du jetzt an? - Wer da? Bist du's Franz? Komm herein!Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 4: Marie! Geh einmal vor dich hin (Tambourmajor, Marie, Chorus)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 5: Wie die Steine glanzen! (Marie, Wozzeck) - Unter deinen Fingern glanzt's ja [Wozzeck, Marie]Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 6: Wohin so eilig, geehrtester Herr Sargnagel? (Hauptmann, Doktor, Wozzeck)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 7: Gutten Tag, Franz (Hauptmann, Doktor, Wozzeck)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 8: Frau Wirtin hat eine brave Magd (Andres, Wozzeck, Chorus)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 9: Ein Jager aus der Pfalz ritt einst durch einen grunen Wald (Chorus, Wozzeck, Marie)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 10: Immerzu! Immerzu! Still, Musik! (Wozzeck)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 11: Andres! Andres! Ich kann nicht schlafen! (Wozzeck, Andres)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 12: Ich bin ein Mann! Ich hab' ein Weibsbild (Tambourmajor, Andres, Wozzeck)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 13: Und ist kein Betrug in seinem Munde erfunden worden (Marie)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 14: Das Pistolchen ist zu teuer (Wozzeck, Ein Jude)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 15: Wie heute schon die Sonne scheint - Es war einmal ein arm KindManfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 16: Das Kamisolchen, Andres, gehort mit zur Montur (Wozzeck, Andres)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 17: Dort links geht's in die Stadt (Marie, Wozzeck)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16, Scene 18: Das Messer! Wo ist das Messer! (Wozzeck, Burger)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht
Wozzeck, Op. 16: Epilogue. Wir arme Leut (Chorus)Manfred Gurlitt, Roland Hermann, Celina Lindsley, Anton Scharinger, Jorg Gottschick, Robert Worle, Endrik Wottrich, Christiane Berggold, Reinhart Ginzel, Gabriele Schreckenbach, Regina Schudel, RIAS Kammerchor, Berlin Radio Children's Choir, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Gerd Albrecht