Gesänge aus Goethes Faust

Just for the finale of the Goethe jubilee year we are proud to release this first-ever recording of Konradin Kreutzer's Songs from Goethes "Faust", composed in 1820. Konradin Kreutzer
was a famous composer of operas in the 19th century and until today he is well known for his numerous Lieder accompanied by the piano. In his songs from Goethe's "Faust", the instrumental part is played by the piano, accompanying the soloists as well as the choir. Twenty-two main scenes of the Faust are set into music and splendidly performed by the mezzo soprano Alison Browner (Margaret), the baritone Stephan Genz (Faust) and the bass
Michail Schelomianski as Mephisto. The recording was made following a celebrated concert which was the first performance of this cycle of songs during this century. This is a lavishly-
detailed edition including a useful essay and full song texts in German and English.

- Our contribution for the Goethe jubilee year 1999-10-29
- first ever recording of this "Faust" cycle by Konradin Kreutzer
- excellent performance by the soloists, Thomas Hans (piano) and the Freiburger Vokalensemble
- including a rich booklet with full song texts in German and English
- available at ARTS' special price