Immerse yourself in the powerful and dramatic world of Richard Wagner with this captivating live album, "Wagner: La Walkyrie, Extraits & Le crépuscule des Dieux, Extraits." Recorded on January 1, 1961, this collection showcases some of the most iconic moments from Wagner's monumental operas, "La Walkyrie" (Act I, Scene 3) and "Le crépuscule des Dieux" (Prologue). The album, released under the BNF Collection label, is a testament to Wagner's enduring influence in the classical and opera genres.
This live recording captures the raw intensity and emotional depth of Wagner's compositions, featuring renowned performances that bring the characters of Siegmund, Sieglinde, Brünnhilde, and Siegfried to life. The album spans 46 minutes, offering a concise yet impactful journey through these operatic masterpieces.
Wagner's intricate orchestration and soaring melodies are on full display, making this album a perfect introduction for those new to his work, as well as a cherished addition for seasoned fans. The live setting adds an extra layer of excitement and authenticity, allowing you to experience the power of Wagner's music as it was meant to be heard.
La Walkyrie, Act I, Scene 3: "Ein Schwert verhiess mir der Vater" (Siegmund, Sieglinde) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Lauritz Melchior, Helen Traubel
La Walkyrie, Act I, Scene 3: "Schläfst du, Gast?" (Sieglinde, Siegmund) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior
La Walkyrie, Act I, Scene 3: "Wintersturme wichen dem Wonnemond" (Siegmund) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Lauritz Melchior
La Walkyrie, Act I, Scene 3: "Du bist der Lenz" (Sieglinde, Siegmund) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior
La Walkyrie, Act I, Scene 3: "Wehwalt heisst du fürwahr?" (Sieglinde, Siegmund) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior
La Walkyrie, Act I, Scene 3: "Siegmund heiss ich und Siegmund bin ich!" (Siegmund, Sieglinde) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Lauritz Melchior, Helen Traubel
Le crépuscule des Dieux, Prologue: Tagesgrauen - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini
Le crépuscule des Dieux, Prologue: "Zu neuen Taten, teurer Helde" (Brünnhilde) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Helen Traubel
Le crépuscule des Dieux, Prologue: "Mehr gabst du, Wunderfrau" (Siegfried, Brünnhilde) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Lauritz Melchior, Helen Traubel
Le crépuscule des Dieux, Prologue: "O heilige Götter!" (Brünnhilde, Siegfried) - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Helen Traubel, Lauritz Melchior
Le crépuscule des Dieux, Prologue: Siegfrieds Rheinfahrt - Live VersionRichard Wagner, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini