| Edition |
Unabridged. |
| Description |
1 online resource (1 audio file (1hr., 06 min.)) : digital. |
| Performer |
Narrated by David Timson ; Ann-Christine Biel, contralto (Orfeo) ; Maya Boog, soprano (Euridice) ; Kerstin Avemo, soprano (Amor) ; Drottningholm Theatre Chorus and Orchestra ; Arnold Östman, conductor. |
| Summary |
Based on the simple yet deeply moving legendary tale of Orpheus, who loses his beloved wife to death but is able to restore her through the power of his music, Orfeo ed Euridice is among the earliest operas to hold a secure place in the repertory. Gluck lavishes a wealth of beautiful melody on this tale, whose appeal to composers is obvious; yet the abiding strength lies in the power and majesty of his inspiration, whether in the solos, the choruses, or the ballet music - which is surely the finest written for any opera. |
| Access |
Digital content provided by hoopla. |
| System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Subject |
Operas -- Analysis, appreciation.
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Operas -- Stories, plots, etc.
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| Added Author |
Timson, David.
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Gluck, Christoph Willibald, Ritter von, 1714-1787.
Orfeo ed Euridice. Selections.
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hoopla digital.
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| Added Title |
Orfeo ed Euridice |
| ISBN |
9781843793243 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
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1843793245 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
| Music No. |
MWT11137469 |
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