Franz Schreker: Der ferne Klang Complete 2CD Opera RecordingProduct InformationUPC:845221051789Product Type:2CD Audio SetFormat:Digital RecordingDuration:Complete opera in 3 acts (duration approx. 150160 minutes, exact timing not specified)Language:GermanGenre:Opera in Three ActsComposer:Franz Schreker (18781934)Libretto:By Franz SchrekerPrincipal Cast:Chorus:RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor Berlin (Chorus Master Dietrich Knothe)Gabriele Schnaut (Grete)Thomas Moser (Fritz)Victor von Halem (Der alte Graumann)Barbara Scherler (Frau Graumann)Siegmund Nimsgern (Dr. Vigelius)Johann Werner Prein (Der Wirt)Julia Juon (Altes Weib)Hans Helm (Ein Schauspieler)Additional roles performed by Barbara Hahn, Rolf Appel, Gudrun Sieber, Claudio Otelli, Gertrud Ottenthal, Peter Haage, Roland Hermann, Gidon Saks, Robert WrleOrchestra:Radio-Symphonie-Orchester BerlinConductor:Gerd AlbrechtProduction:Co-production RIAS Berlin and CapriccioCatalog Number:C5178Publisher:Capriccio (1991/2013), Vienna, AustriaDesign:sowiesodesign.deCover Photo:George Mayer / fotoliaMade in AustriaWebsite:www.capriccio.atOverviewDer ferne Klang(The Distant Sound) is Franz Schrekers poignant opera in three acts, exploring themes of artistic obsession, love, and fate. Schreker, one of the leading composers of early 20th-century opera, also wrote the libretto, blending psychological depth with lush orchestration.This complete 2CD recording captures a powerful live performance featuring soprano Gabriele Schnaut and tenor Thomas Moser in the central roles of Grete and Fritz. Conductor Gerd Albrecht leads the renowned Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin and two distinguished Berlin choirs, the RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor Berlin, under chorus master Dietrich Knothe.Recorded as a collaboration between RIAS Berlin and Capriccio, this edition offers an immersive experience of Schrekers richly textured music and dramatic narrative, a significant work in the German operatic repertoire.Product FeaturesFormat:2 Audio CDsLanguage:GermanOpera Type:Opera in 3 ActsLibretto:By Franz SchrekerArtists:Gabriele Schnaut, Thomas Moser, Victor von Halem, Siegmund Nimsgern, and full supporting castChoruses:RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor BerlinConductor:Gerd AlbrechtOrchestra:Radio-Symphonie-Orchester BerlinRecording:Digital recording [DDD], co-produced by RIAS Berlin and CapriccioProduction:Made in Austria, elegant packaging and cover designInteresting FactsComposer:Franz Schreker was a pioneering composer known for his richly chromatic and emotionally intense operas.Opera Significance:Der ferne Klangis considered Schrekers breakthrough work, renowned for its psychological insight and musical innovation.Cast:The recording features acclaimed singers such as Gabriele Schnaut and Thomas Moser, praised for their expressive vocal performances.Choirs:The RIAS Kammerchor and Rundfunkchor Berlin contribute exquisite choral work under Dietrich Knothes direction.Conductor:Gerd Albrecht is renowned for his interpretations of 20th-century repertoire, bringing Schrekers complex score vividly to life.Track Listing(For full track listing and timing, please refer to the included booklet.)Publishers 1991/2013 Capriccio, Vienna, Austria Co-production: RIAS Berlin Capriccio Cover design by sowiesodesign.de Cover photo George Mayer/fotolia Made in AustriaWe value your feedback! Share your experience with this product to help others make informed decisions. Your review is important to us!HashtagsEnglish:#FranzSchreker #DerFerneKlang #OperaRecording #GabrieleSchnaut #ThomasMoser #GerdAlbrecht #RadioSymphonieOrchesterBerlin #RIASKammerchor #RundfunkchorBerlin #CapriccioGerman:#FranzSchreker #DerFerneKlang #Opernaufnahme #GabrieleSchnaut #ThomasMoser #GerdAlbrecht #RadioSymphonieOrchesterBerlin #RIASKammerchor #RundfunkchorBerlin #Capriccio