Frankfurter Opern- und Museumsorchester

**Frankfurter Opern- und Museumsorchester**

Hailing from Frankfurt am Main, Germany, this versatile orchestra wears two hats: it’s the pit ensemble for the renowned Oper Frankfurt and a symphonic force at the Alte Oper concert hall. Born from a merger in 1949, it combines the legacy of the historic Museumsorchester (founded in 1808 as one of Germany’s first civic orchestras) with the opera tradition dating back to the 18th century. Known for its lush sound and dynamic range, the group tackles everything from Romantic blockbusters by Brahms and Strauss to modern works like Peter Eötvös’ *Tri sestre*, proving it’s equally at home in operatic drama and symphonic fireworks.

Under conductors like Sebastian Weigle, the orchestra has built a reputation for vibrant live recordings—think *Die lustige Witwe* or Janáček’s *Das schlaue Füchslein*—capturing the energy of their stage collaborations with top-tier soloists. Whether resurrecting rare gems (Meyerbeer’s *L’africaine*) or delivering iconic works (*Also sprach Zarathustra*), they blend tradition with fresh theatricality, making every performance a ride through music history.

Genres

Opera

Latest Release

Meyerbeer: L'africaine "Vasco da Gama" (J. Selk Critical Edition)

Giacomo Meyerbeer•

Frankfurter Opern- und Museumsorchester•

Michael Spyres

Album - 46 Tracks - Released May 10, 2024