Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Johann Strauss II's timeless operetta, "Die Fledermaus," as captured in this exquisite 2023 release from Warner Classics. Spanning a captivating 2 hours and 15 minutes, this album is a celebration of Strauss II's unparalleled musical genius, offering a delightful journey through the opulent and witty tale of mistaken identities and romantic entanglements.
From the lively overture that sets the stage, to the enchanting arias and duets that bring the characters to life, this recording showcases the full breadth of Strauss II's compositional brilliance. The album features a stellar cast of performers, each bringing their unique charm and virtuosity to the iconic roles. The lush orchestration and vibrant performances make this a standout recording of "Die Fledermaus," perfect for both seasoned opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
Highlights include the spirited "Täubchen, das entflattert ist," the romantic "Ach, ich darf nicht hin zu dir," and the lively "Komm mit mir zum Souper." The album also features excerpts from other Strauss II works, such as the "Csárdás" from "Die Fledermaus" and the "Lagunen-Walzer" from "Eine Nacht in Venedig," adding even more depth and variety to the listening experience.
This album is a testament to the enduring appeal of Johann Strauss II's music, offering a delightful blend of humor, romance, and unforgettable melodies. Whether you're a fan of classical music, opera, or simply great storytelling, this recording of "Die Fledermaus" is sure to captivate and entertain.
Strauss II, J: Die Fledermaus: OuvertüreJohann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 1: "Täubchen, das entflattert ist" (Alfred, Adele, Rosalinde)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Eva Lind, Lucia Popp, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 1: "Ach, ich darf nicht hin zu dir! (Adele, Rosalinde, Alfred)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Eva Lind, Lucia Popp, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 1: "Nein, mit solchen Advokaten" (Eisenstein, Rosalinde, Blind, Adele, Falke)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Eva Lind, Heinz Zednik, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 1: "Komm mit mir zum Souper" (Falke, Eisenstein, Rosalinde, Adele)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Eva Lind, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 1: "So muss allein ich bleiben" (Rosalinde, Eisenstein, Adele, Alfred)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Eva Lind, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 1: "Trinke, Liebchen, trinke schnell" - "Mein Herr, was dächten Sie von mir" (Alfred, Rosalinde, Frank)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Ein Souper heut uns winkt" (Chor, Adele, Ida, Orlofsky, Falke, Eisenstein)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Eva Lind, Peter Seiffert, Ulrike Steinsky, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Ich lade gern mir Gäste ein" (Orlofsky, Adele, Ida, Falke, Eisenstein)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Eva Lind, Peter Seiffert, Ulrike Steinsky, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Ach, meine Herr'n und Damen" (Orlofsky, Falke, Adele, Eisenstein, Ida, Chor, Ivan, Frank, Rosalinde)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Cornelius Ilgen, Eva Lind, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Ulrike Steinsky, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Dieser Anstand, so manierlich" (Eisenstein, Rosalinde, Ida, Adele, Orlofsky, Frank)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Eva Lind, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Ulrike Steinsky, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: Csárdás. "Klänge der Heimat" (Rosalinde, Orlofsky)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Lucia Popp, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Meine Herrschaften, das Diner ist serviert! (Ivan, Orlofsky, Falke, Eisenstein)Johann Strauss II, Agnes Baltsa, Cornelius Ilgen, Peter Seiffert, Wolfgang Brendel
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: Il bacio. "Sulle labbra, se potessi" (Eva, Ivan)Luigi Arditi, Plácido Domingo, Cornelius Ilgen, Eva Lind, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: Duet aus der Zigeunerbaron. " Wer uns getraut?" (Barinkay, Saffi, Chor, Ivan)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Cornelius Ilgen, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: Lied aus der Zigeunerbaron. "So elend un so treu" (Saffi, Ivan)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Cornelius Ilgen, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: Lagunen-Walzer aus Eine Nacht in Venedig. "Ach, wie so herrlich zu schaun" (Caramello, Orlofsky, Chor)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: Finale. "Im Feuerstrom der Reben" (Orlofsky, Adele, Eisenstein, Chor)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Eva Lind, Peter Seiffert, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Herr Chevalier, ich grusse Sie" - "Brüderlein und Schwesterlein" (Eisenstein, Frank, Falke, Adele, Rosalinde, Chor, Orlofsky, Ivan)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Cornelius Ilgen, Eva Lind, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: Unter Donner und Blitz, Op. 324Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Genug damit, genug" (Orlofsky, Eisenstein, Frank, Rosalinde, Falke, Adele, Ida, Chor)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Eva Lind, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Ulrike Steinsky, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 3: Entreakt - "Täubchen das entflattert ist" (Alfred, Frosch, Frank, Adele, Ida)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Eva Lind, Helmut Lohner, Kurt Rydl, Ulrike Steinsky, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 3: "Spiel' ich die Unschuld vom Lande" (Adele, Ida, Frank, Frosch, Eisenstein, Blind, Alfred, Rosalinde)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Eva Lind, Heinz Zednik, Helmut Lohner, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Ulrike Steinsky, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 3: "Ich stehe voll Zagen (Rosalinde, Alfred, Eisenstein, Falke, Frosch, Frank, Adele, Orlofsky)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Eva Lind, Helmut Lohner, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 3: "O Fledermaus, o Fledermaus" (Eisenstein, Falke, Orlofsky, Adele, Alfred, Rosalinde, Frank, Ida, Blind, Chor)Johann Strauss II, Plácido Domingo, Agnes Baltsa, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Eva Lind, Heinz Zednik, Kurt Rydl, Lucia Popp, Peter Seiffert, Ulrike Steinsky, Wolfgang Brendel, Das Münchner Rundfunkorchester