This album was recorded in April-May 2013 at the Grieg Hall in Bergen, Norway, using Neumann microphones and RME preamplifiers.
Performer Biography
Andrew Litton, the conductor, became the first American principal conductor of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra in 2003 and is currently its music director.
Recording & Production
The Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra received a special award in 2007 from the Grieg Society of Great Britain for its recording of all Grieg's orchestral music.
Performer Biography
James Rutherford made his Bayreuth Festival debut as Hans Sachs in 2010, returning for the same role in 2011.
Performer Biography
The Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, featured on this recording, is one of the world's oldest orchestras, founded in 1765.
Performer Biography
James Rutherford, the baritone on this album, won the inaugural Seattle Opera International Wagner competition in 2006 at the age of 34.
Performer Biography
Edvard Grieg, the famous Norwegian composer, had a close relationship with the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and served as its artistic director from 1880-1882.
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