Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy: Ein Sommernachtstraum (A Midsummer Nights Dream) 2CD SetComplete German-Language Recording with WDR Rundfunkorchester Kln Narrated by Leslie Malton, Felix von Manteuffel, and Martina Gedeck Conducted by Helmuth FroschauerProduct InformationUPC:4006408601258Product Type:Classical Music 2CD Set (Musical Drama / Spoken Drama with Mendelssohns Music)Genre:Romantic Classical / Dramatic Orchestral MusicLanguage:German (Complete spoken drama and music)Ensembles:WDR Rundfunkorchester Kln, WDR Rundfunkchor Kln (Choral Preparation: Anton Marik)Artists:Leslie Malton (Narrator / Hippolyta / Titania)Felix von Manteuffel (Theseus / Oberon)Martina Gedeck (Hermia)Peter Lohmeyer (Demetrius)Philipp Schepmann (Lysander)Lisa Adler, Thomas Anzenhofer, Hermann Lause, Paul Fassnacht, Michael Habeck, Anke Hoffmann (Soprano), Mechthild Gecrg (Mezzo-soprano), and othersConductor:Helmuth FroschauerLabel:Capriccio / Westdeutscher Rundfunk Kln (WDR)Recording:DigitalRelease Year:2006 (original recording 2001)Format:2 Audio CDsCatalog Number:60 125Cover Design:sowiesodesign.dePhotography:AKG / BertinMade in:GermanyOverviewThis distinguished 2CD set offers a complete German-language recording of William ShakespearesEin Sommernachtstraum(A Midsummer Nights Dream), adapted by August Wilhelm Schlegel and enhanced with the enchanting music of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy.Narrated by acclaimed actors Leslie Malton, Felix von Manteuffel, Martina Gedeck, and others, this production merges dramatic storytelling with Mendelssohns evocative incidental music, including the famousOvertureandWedding March. The WDR Rundfunkorchester Kln and Rundfunkchor Kln, under the sensitive direction of Helmuth Froschauer, bring Mendelssohns score to life with vibrant energy and refined artistry.This recording is a must-have for lovers of Shakespeare, Mendelssohn, and German Romantic music, providing a richly immersive experience of one of literatures most beloved comedies accompanied by some of the finest orchestral music of the 19th century.Product FeaturesFormat:2 CDs, complete spoken drama and Mendelssohn musicLanguage:German, adapted by August Wilhelm Schlegel, with additional text editing by Renato Grnig and Thomas LeutzbachNarrators and Cast:Featuring Leslie Malton (Titania / Hippolyta), Felix von Manteuffel (Theseus / Oberon), Martina Gedeck (Hermia), and othersOrchestra & Choir:WDR Rundfunkorchester Kln and WDR Rundfunkchor Kln (Choreography by Anton Marik)Conductor:Helmuth FroschauerSound Quality:Digitally recorded for clear, balanced soundPackaging:Detailed liner notes with credits and production informationInteresting FactsComplete German Adaptation:This is a full spoken and musical German adaptation of ShakespearesA Midsummer Nights Dream, combining theatrical narration with Mendelssohns original score.Famous Music:MendelssohnsOvertureandWedding Marchare among the most famous pieces of Romantic orchestral music, here integrated seamlessly with the drama.Star Cast:The narration features well-known German actors delivering the characters roles with warmth and nuance.WDR Excellence:The WDR Rundfunkorchester and Choir are renowned for their precision and rich sound, bringing Mendelssohns music to vibrant life.Production Quality:The recording, produced by WDR and Capriccio, is noted for its clarity and faithful representation of Mendelssohns musical textures.Track Listing HighlightsComplete narration of ShakespearesA Midsummer Nights Dreamin GermanMendelssohns incidental music including: Overture, Wedding March, and other orchestral interludesVocal performances by Anke Hoffmann (Soprano), Mechthild Gecrg (Mezzo-soprano), and othersPublishersProduced by Westdeutscher Rundfunk Kln (WDR) and released by Capriccio / Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany. All rights reserved.We value your feedback! Share your experience with this product to help others make informed decisions. Your review is important to us!HashtagsEnglish:#Mendelssohn #AMidsummerNightsDream #Shakespeare #WDR #HelmuthFroschauer #GermanClassicalMusic #Capriccio #WDRRundfunkorchester #ClassicalNarration #RomanticMusic