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Based on the libretto by Hugo Von Hofmannsthal, Richard Strauss's classic operatic comedy takes place in Vienna in the 1740s. Considered by many to be a work of genius, Hofmannsthal's libretto explores each character in depth. Strauss, who wrote the opera in as little as five months between 1910 and 1911, infused the choral scenes with vibrant life, turning in what would become his most successful opera. Making its debut in Dresden in January 1911, DER ROSENKAVALIER was first performed under the directorial expertise of the accomplished Max Reinhardt. Here, Pier Luigi Pizzi, one of the world's most revered opera directors, leads an experienced German cast including Ildiko Komlosi, in this rendition of Strauss's classic.DVD Features:Region (unknown)Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33
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With a legacy that runs the full gamut of Opera history, Maria Callas is a prominent figure in the history of the genre. Here she offers some candid insights into her life and career, in a series of interviews given to the BBC in 1968. Some musical highlights are also included, most notably her unique interpretations of works by Bellini, Puccini, and Massenet.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33
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The EMI Classical vaults are plundered once again, this time producing some unique interpretations of classic material courtesy of Christian Ferras. Here he produces some thrilling renditions of material by Siebelius, Stravinsky, Bach, Mozart, Dinicu, Faure, Franck, and Francescatti.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33
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Two of Austrian's golden sons, the Johanns Strauss and Brahms, have some of their most extraordinary pieces revived here through the magical fingers of pianist Bernd Glemser. A native of Germany, Glember was practically born tickling the ivories. Famed for his depth, sensitive, and technical perfection since winning a national television contest in 1987, Glemser has performed a diverse array of music, spanning the pre-Baroque to contemporary, to near universal acclaim. Here, he moves and delights with a sensitive 1995 performance of Strauss' Der Rosenkavalier and Brahms' Symphony No. 2 op. 73.DVD Features:Region 0Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Single SideSingle LayerAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Dolby Digital 5.1Tracks:1. Strauss, Der Rosenkavalier, Waltz Suite No.22. Brahms, Symphony No.2 op.73
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The Teatro Real in Madrid hosted this version of Rossini`s two-act opera IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA ( The Barber of Seville ). Among the glittering cast,
Peruvian tenor Juan Diego Florez takes the lead role of Count Almaviva, while Maria Bayo stars as Rosina. Complementing the production, behind-the-scenes footage offers viewers a glimpse at how this production sprung to life, while the history of Rossini`s masterpiece is also explored.
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