Dresden State Opera Chorus

The Dresden State Opera Chorus is the powerhouse vocal ensemble behind one of Germany’s most storied opera institutions, the Semperoper Dresden. Rooted in a tradition dating back to the opera house’s founding in 1841, this chorus has shaped centuries of German musical heritage, performing in iconic premieres of works by Richard Strauss, Wagner, and others. Known for their precision and rich, cohesive sound, they’re a defining force in the Staatsoper’s productions, blending seamlessly with the legendary Staatskapelle Dresden orchestra. From Mozart comedies like *The Marriage of Figaro* to Strauss’ lush *Der Rosenkavalier*, their recordings showcase a legacy of tight-knit teamwork and dramatic flair. Though the opera house faced destruction during WWII, the chorus—like the institution itself—rebounded, continuing to uphold its reputation as a guardian of operatic excellence and German-language repertoire.

Genres

Opera

Latest Release

Te Deum

Leonie Rysanek•

Stuart Neill•

Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart•

Angela Maria Blasi•

Helmut Melchert•

Dresden Symphony Chorus•

Dresden State Opera Chorus•

Christian Elsner•

Franz-Josef Selig•

Trompeten Consort Friedemann Immer•

Dresden Singakademie•

Dresden Philharmonic Children's Choir•

Helmuth Rilling•

Herbert Blomstedt•

Munich Philharmonic Orchestra•

Staatskapelle Dresden•

Dresden State Opera Children Chorus•

Raimund Nolte•

Hans Rudolf Zöbeley•

WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln•

Sir Colin Davis•

Günter Wand

Album - 42 Tracks - Released November 20, 2020