A world premiere performance of the Henze opera live from the Salzburg Festival, 2004.
H.W. Henze:
"L'Upupa und der Triumph der Sohnesliebe"
(The Hoopoe and the Triumph of Filial Love)
Directed for Stage by Dieter Dorn
Directed for TV by Brian Large
* Often acclaimed as the greatest living composer, Henze presents what he announces to be his last opera
* Unusual vivid and entertaining piece full of amazing sounds and bewitching images
* This world première was shot at one of the world's most distinguished Festivals and received unanimous acclaim from the international press
* Matthias Goerne, one of the most sought-after young baritones, singing the leading role
* Wiener Philharmoniker being the most prestigious orchestra in the World
* Brand new recording - state-of-the-art quality
"In a word, a triumph for Henze and very possibly a masterpiece which will undoubtedly travel: Berlin, Madrid and Palermo are planned; London (or, preferably, Glyndebourne) surely must follow.
The Sunday Times
"Where else in contemporary opera do you find such seductive and imaginative charm, applied with such artistry?"
The Daily Telegraph |
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