Alexander Zemlinsky:Der Knig Kandaules(King Candaules) World Premiere Recording CD Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Gerd AlbrechtProduct InformationUPC:4006408600718Product Type:Music CD Set (Complete Opera Recording)Format:Digital Audio Disc (DDD)Label:CapriccioCatalog Number:60 071-2Recording:Live recording, Hamburg State Opera productionOrchestra:Philharmonisches Staatsorchester HamburgConductor:Gerd AlbrechtProduction:Co-production between Staatsoper Hamburg, Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR), and CapriccioLanguage:German (libretto and translation included)Made in:GermanyOverviewThis landmark world premiere recording captures Alexander ZemlinskysDer Knig Kandaules(King Candaules), an opera in three acts with a libretto by Zemlinsky based on Andr Gides dramaLe Roi Candaule, adapted into German by Franz Blei. The score, reconstructed and fully orchestrated by Antony Beaumont on commission from the Hamburg State Opera, revives a major work of early 20th-century opera that had remained largely unheard.The Hamburg Philharmonic State Orchestra, conducted by Gerd Albrecht, delivers a compelling and richly textured performance with a distinguished cast including James ONeal as Knig Kandaules, Monte Pederson as Gyges, Nina Warren as Nyssia, Klaus Hger as Phedros, and Mariusz Kwiecien as Nicomedes.The production was staged by Gnter Krmer with design by Gottfried Pilz. This live recording provides listeners with a thorough insight into Zemlinskys dramatic and orchestral mastery, presented in an authoritative and sonically rich release. The accompanying booklet includes detailed articles, a complete libretto, and translations.Product FeaturesPrincipal Cast:Orchestra:Philharmonisches Staatsorchester HamburgKnig Kandaules: James ONealGyges: Monte PedersonNyssia: Nina WarrenPhedros: Klaus HgerSyphax: Peter GalliardNicomedes: Mariusz KwiecienPharnaces: Kurt GysenPhilebos: Simon YangSebas: Ferdinand SeilerArchelaos: Guido JentjensConductor:Gerd AlbrechtFormat:High-quality live digital recording (DDD) on CDLabel:Capriccio, catalog number 60 071-2Includes:Booklet with work introduction, complete libretto, and translationsProduction:Hamburg State Opera, Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR), and Capriccio collaborationInteresting FactsWorld Premiere Recording:This is the first complete recording of Zemlinskys opera, featuring a reconstruction and completion of the score by Antony Beaumont.Rare Repertoire:Der Knig Kandaulesis a significant rediscovery of early 20th-century operatic repertoire, blending lush late-Romantic orchestration with psychological drama.Distinguished Cast and Orchestra:The Hamburg Philharmonic State Orchestra under Gerd Albrecht provides an authoritative and vibrant interpretation.Staging and Design:The production by Gnter Krmer and Gottfried Pilz was praised for its dramatic vision and visual impact.PublishersPublished by Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany. Distributed by Capriccio Records. All rights reserved under catalog number 60 071-2.We value your feedback! Share your experience with this product to help others make informed decisions. Your review is important to us!HashtagsEnglish:#AlexanderZemlinsky #DerKnigKandaules #KingCandaules #WorldPremiereRecording #GerdAlbrecht #HamburgPhilharmonic #CapriccioRecords #Early20thCenturyOpera #AntonyBeaumont #StaatsoperHamburg