Immerse yourself in the epic world of Richard Wagner's monumental opera cycle "Der Ring des Nibelungen" with "The Golden Ring: Great Scenes from Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen." This meticulously curated collection, released on October 28, 2022, by Decca Music Group Ltd., offers a compelling journey through some of the most iconic and powerful scenes from Wagner's grand tetralogy. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, this album is a testament to Wagner's unparalleled compositional genius and the enduring appeal of his music.
The album features a selection of pivotal moments from each of the four operas that make up "Der Ring des Nibelungen": "Das Rheingold," "Die Walküre," "Siegfried," and "Götterdämmerung." From the stirring "Ride of the Valkyries" to the haunting "Trauermarsch," these scenes showcase the dramatic intensity and rich orchestration that define Wagner's work. Each track has been carefully edited and remastered in 2022, ensuring optimal audio quality and clarity.
Wagner's mastery of opera and classical music is evident in every note, making this album a must-listen for both seasoned Wagner enthusiasts and newcomers to his music. The powerful vocals, intricate orchestration, and timeless themes of love, power, and destiny come together to create an unforgettable listening experience. Whether you're drawn to the grandeur of Wagner's compositions or the compelling narratives of his operas, "The Golden Ring" offers a captivating glimpse into the heart of "Der Ring des Nibelungen."
Das Rheingold, WWV 86A / Scene IV: Heda! Heda! Hedo! Zu mir, du Gedüft! - Edit / Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Eberhard Wächter, Waldemar Kmentt, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Das Rheingold, WWV 86A / Scene IV: Abendlich strahlt der Sonne Auge - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, George London, Kirsten Flagstad, Set Svanholm, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Das Rheingold, WWV 86A / Scene IV: Rheingold! Rheingold! - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Hetty Plümacher, George London, Set Svanholm, Oda Balsborg, Ira Malaniuk, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Walküre, WWV 86B / Act III: Hojotoho! Heiaha! (Ride of the Valkyries) - Edit / Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Vera Schlosser, Berit Lindholm, Brigitte Fassbaender, Helen Watts, Helga Dernesch, Vera Little, Claudia Hellmann, Marilyn Tyler, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Walküre, WWV 86B / Act III: Leb wohl, du kühnes, herrliches Kind - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Hans Hotter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Walküre, WWV 86B / Act III: Denn einer nur freie die Braut - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Hans Hotter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Walküre, WWV 86B / Act III: Loge, hör! Lausche hieher! - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Hans Hotter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Siegfried, WWV 86C / Act I: Hoho! Hoho! Hohei! Schmiede, mein Hammer, ein hartes Schwert! - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Wolfgang Windgassen, Gerhard Stolze, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Siegfried, WWV 86C / Act II: Meine Mutter, ein Menschenweib! - Edit / Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Wolfgang Windgassen, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Siegfried, WWV 86C / Act II: Siegfried's Hornruf - Edit / Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Roland Berger, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D / Act III: Trauermarsch - Edit / Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D / Act III: Starke Scheite schichtet mir dort - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Birgit Nilsson, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D / Act III: Mein Erbe nun nehm' ich zu eigen - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Birgit Nilsson, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D / Act III: Fliegt heim, ihr Raben! - Remastered 2022Richard Wagner, Birgit Nilsson, Gottlob Frick, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
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