The Münchner Rundfunkorchester, founded in 1952, has a broad artistic spectrum, including concert opera performances, sacred music, children's concerts, and film scores.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Richard Wagner aimed for a balance between 'bel canto' (beautiful singing) and drama in his works, a combination this album seeks to highlight.
Performer Biography
Ingrid Bjoner, a singer featured on this album, was convinced by vocal teacher Paul Lohmann to pursue music instead of her initial career as a pharmacist.
Performer Biography
Catarina Ligendza, who performs Isolde's Liebestod, grew up with Wagner's music as her parents, Brita Hertzberg and Einar Beyron, were a famous Wagner duo at the Royal Opera in Stockholm.
Album & Artwork
This album, titled 'Great Wagner Voices', features recordings from the archives of Bavarian Broadcasting (Bayerischer Rundfunk).
Performer Biography
Anja Silja, featured as Senta, knew all Wagner roles from childhood, having been taught by her ardent Wagnerian grandfather, and debuted in opera at age 15.
Performer Biography
Martina Arroyo, who sings Elsa's Dream on this album, had a versatile repertoire ranging from Bach to Bernstein, despite being strongly associated with Verdi roles.
