German opera, a pivotal gem within the broader operatic tradition, epitomizes a rich array of thematic diversity and unparalleled compositional depth, embodied by the likes of Werner Egk, Franz Schreker, and Aribert Reimann among others. This genre showcases an amalgamation of dramatic narratives, often weaving through tales of myth, history, and the human condition, underscored by intricate orchestration and deeply emotional vocal lines. From the grand operas of Meyerbeer, which expanded the scale and spectacle of the form, to the intimate yet potent works of Carl Zeller, German opera traverses a spectrum from the classical elegance of Graun and Hasse to the romantic fervor and complex harmonies of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This genre has profoundly influenced the evolution of Western classical music, marking a territory where profound storytelling meets the heights of musical innovation.

Daniel Barenboim - The Conductor

Daniel Barenboim•

Anton Bruckner•

Arnold Schoenberg•

Camille Saint-Saëns•

Ferruccio Busoni•

Gabriel Fauré•

Georges Bizet•

Giuseppe Verdi•

Gustav Mahler•

Igor Stravinsky•

Johannes Brahms•

Leonard Bernstein•

Ludwig van Beethoven•

Manuel de Falla•

Maurice Ravel•

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky•

Richard Wagner•

Witold Lutosławski•

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Album - 136 Tracks - Released January 16, 2025