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Elektra

Elektra

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In 1903, Richard Strauss attended a performance of Elektra, a play by the Viennese poet Hugo von Hofmannsthal based on the tragedy by Sophocles. Three years later, Strauss came to an understanding with Hofmannsthal on a lyric adaptation of his play. The operatic premiere in Dresden in January 1909 initially drew a tepid response, but quickly won over audiences and today occupies an enviable place in the repertoire of opera houses worldwide. It remains one of the most scathing masterpieces of the whole lyric repertoire. The last production staged by Patrice Chéreau, this Elektra will remain as the most striking lyrical Aix-en-Provence event of recent years. German soprano Evelyn Herlitzius portrays Elektra, Waltraud Meier and Adrianne Pieczonka portray Clytemnestra and Chrysothemis respectively. Everyone's loneliness and intimate struggles are Chéreau's favored themes. Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts the Orchestre de Paris. "Patrice Chéreau's staging of Strauss' chilling opera is a triumph...'. - Financial Times HHHHH

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Title: Elektra
Genre: Classical Artists
Release Date: 8/26/2014
Product Type: DVD
Catalog #: 110
UPC: 3760115301108
Item #: 1294091X

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Street Date: 8/26/2014
Studio: Bel Air Classiques