Leo Slezak: Leo Slezak II (1873–1946)
Leo Slezak II MUSIC AUDIO CD opera tenor historical recordings oldies 1873–1946
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Leo Slezak: Leo Slezak II (1873–1946)
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Title:
Leo Slezak: Leo Slezak II (1873–1946)
Record Label:
Historic Recordings
Release Year:
Cat No:
MONO 89136
Country:
Germany
Genre:
Classical
Style:
Opera; Historical Vocal Recordings
Leo Slezak (1873–1946) was a celebrated Austro-Hungarian operatic tenor active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was admired for his powerful, ringing voice, dramatic stage presence and expressive phrasing, which made him a sought-after interpreter of both German and Italian repertoire. Slezak performed at many of Europe’s major houses and became particularly associated with heroic and lyric-dramatic roles. His surviving recordings provide an important window into the vocal style and performance practice of the early gramophone era.
This release, Leo Slezak II, gathers historic acoustic-era recordings made in the first decade of the 20th century and issued here as mono transfers in the Lebendige Vergangenheit series. The compilation presents arias and concert excerpts that demonstrate Slezak’s dramatic intensity and tonal heft across Mozart, Wagner, Verdi, Puccini and other composers. The transfers preserve the characteristic surface noise and acoustic coloration of the original 78rpm pressings while aiming to present the performances with clarity and respect for their historic context. Collectors and listeners interested in early operatic recordings will find this set a valuable document of a major tenor of the period.
Series: Lebendige Vergangenheit. Mono transfers of historic recordings. Recorded dates shown on the tracklist range from 1905 to 1907. Catalogue number MONO 89136.
Tracklist
1
MOZART: Die Entführung aus dem Serail: Hier soll ich dich denn sehen
2
Die Entführung aus dem Serail: Konstanze! Konstanze!
3
Die Entführung aus dem Serail: Wenn der Freude Tränen fließen
4
Così fan tutte: Der Odem der Liebe
5
Die Zauberflöte: Dies Bildnis ist bezaubernd schön
6
BOIELDIEU: Die weisse Dame: Ha, welche Lust Soldat zu sein
7
Die weisse Dame: Komm, o holde Dame
8
MEYERBEER: Die Hugenotten: An diesem Ort mich hier zu finden
9
Die Hugenotten: Wer bist du, himmlisch schönes Wesen
10
Der Prophet: Keins von allen Erdenreichen
11
Der Prophet: Herr, dich in den Sternen kreisen
12
HALÉVY: Die Jüdin: Recha, als Gott dich einst
13
GOUNOD: Faust: Gegrüsst sei mir, o heil'ge Stätte
14
BIZET: Carmen: Hier an dem Herzen treu geborgen
15
DELIBES: Lakmé: Diese Bilder, nebelhafte Schäume
16
WAGNER: Tannhäuser: Dir töne Lob
17
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg: Am stillen Herd
18
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg: Morgenlicht leuchtend
19
VERDI: Aida: Holde Aida
20
GOLDMARK: Die Königin von Saba: Dem König Heil!
21
Die Königin von Saba: Magische Töne
22
Die Königin von Saba: Wohin lenk' ich die müden Schritte
23
PUCCINI: La Bohème: Wie eiskalt ist dies Händchen
24
La Bohème: Umsonst such' ich zu verhehlen
25
La Bohème: Ach Geliebte! Nie kehrest du mir wieder (with FRIEDRICH WEIDEMANN)
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Album Features
Title:
Leo Slezak: Leo Slezak II (1873–1946)
Record Label:
Historic Recordings
Release Year:
Cat No:
MONO 89136
Country:
Germany
Genre:
Classical
Style:
Opera; Historical Vocal Recordings
Leo Slezak (1873–1946) was a celebrated Austro-Hungarian operatic tenor active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was admired for his powerful, ringing voice, dramatic stage presence and expressive phrasing, which made him a sought-after interpreter of both German and Italian repertoire. Slezak performed at many of Europe’s major houses and became particularly associated with heroic and lyric-dramatic roles. His surviving recordings provide an important window into the vocal style and performance practice of the early gramophone era.
This release, Leo Slezak II, gathers historic acoustic-era recordings made in the first decade of the 20th century and issued here as mono transfers in the Lebendige Vergangenheit series. The compilation presents arias and concert excerpts that demonstrate Slezak’s dramatic intensity and tonal heft across Mozart, Wagner, Verdi, Puccini and other composers. The transfers preserve the characteristic surface noise and acoustic coloration of the original 78rpm pressings while aiming to present the performances with clarity and respect for their historic context. Collectors and listeners interested in early operatic recordings will find this set a valuable document of a major tenor of the period.
Series: Lebendige Vergangenheit. Mono transfers of historic recordings. Recorded dates shown on the tracklist range from 1905 to 1907. Catalogue number MONO 89136.
Tracklist
1
MOZART: Die Entführung aus dem Serail: Hier soll ich dich denn sehen
2
Die Entführung aus dem Serail: Konstanze! Konstanze!
3
Die Entführung aus dem Serail: Wenn der Freude Tränen fließen
4
Così fan tutte: Der Odem der Liebe
5
Die Zauberflöte: Dies Bildnis ist bezaubernd schön
6
BOIELDIEU: Die weisse Dame: Ha, welche Lust Soldat zu sein
7
Die weisse Dame: Komm, o holde Dame
8
MEYERBEER: Die Hugenotten: An diesem Ort mich hier zu finden
9
Die Hugenotten: Wer bist du, himmlisch schönes Wesen
10
Der Prophet: Keins von allen Erdenreichen
11
Der Prophet: Herr, dich in den Sternen kreisen
12
HALÉVY: Die Jüdin: Recha, als Gott dich einst
13
GOUNOD: Faust: Gegrüsst sei mir, o heil'ge Stätte
14
BIZET: Carmen: Hier an dem Herzen treu geborgen
15
DELIBES: Lakmé: Diese Bilder, nebelhafte Schäume
16
WAGNER: Tannhäuser: Dir töne Lob
17
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg: Am stillen Herd
18
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg: Morgenlicht leuchtend
19
VERDI: Aida: Holde Aida
20
GOLDMARK: Die Königin von Saba: Dem König Heil!
21
Die Königin von Saba: Magische Töne
22
Die Königin von Saba: Wohin lenk' ich die müden Schritte
23
PUCCINI: La Bohème: Wie eiskalt ist dies Händchen
24
La Bohème: Umsonst such' ich zu verhehlen
25
La Bohème: Ach Geliebte! Nie kehrest du mir wieder (with FRIEDRICH WEIDEMANN)
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
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