The Best Of Classical - Lehar, Suppe, Offenbach, Nicolai, J. Strauss II / Pilz Audio CDProduct Details:Label:PilzFormat:CD, AlbumCountry:GermanyGenre:ClassicalOverviewThe Best of Classicalis a delightful collection of operetta and orchestral highlights by some of the most renowned composers of the genre: Franz Lehr, Franz von Supp, Jacques Offenbach, Otto Nicolai, and Johann Strauss II. This compilation, performed by celebrated vocalists and orchestras, showcases timeless pieces from the lighthearted charm ofThe Merry Widowto the sparkling brilliance ofDie Fledermaus.Featuring an exquisite lineup of overtures, arias, and ensemble works, this album is perfect for fans of classical music and operetta. The emotional depth, humor, and beauty of these works are brought to life by renowned conductors Franz Bauer-Theussl, Alfred Scholz, and Frank Shipway, accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the London Festival Orchestra.Track ListingLehr The Merry WidowIntroduction (2'54")"Oh kommet doch, oh kommt, ihr Ballsirenen" (4'05")"Vilja, oh Vilja" (4'04")Kolo (Schreittanz) (0'40")"Es waren zwei Knigskinder" (4'44")"Ja, das Studium der Weiber ist schwer" (2'32")"Hab' in Paris mich noch nicht..." (2'46")"Ich bin eine anstndige Frau" (3'21")"Da geh' ich zum Maxim" (2'26")"Lippen schweigen, 's flstern Geigen" (2'55")Supp Poet and Peasant OvertureOverture (9'46")OffenbachThe Tales of Hoffmann: Barcarolle(3'14")Orpheus in the Underworld: Overture(10'12")Nicolai The Merry Wives of WindsorOverture (8'32")Johann Strauss II Die FledermausOverture (8'15")Key CreditsSopranos:Lotte Rysanek, Else LiebesbergTenors:Kurt Equiluz, Karl TerkalConductors:Franz Bauer-Theussl, Alfred Scholz, Frank ShipwayOrchestras:Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London Festival Orchestra