Marschner: Overtures & Stage Music, Vol. 2

Featuring

Dario Salvi
Filharmonie Hradec Králové
Heinrich Marschner

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Composition History

Marschner's opera 'Austin' was delayed in its premiere by the death of King Ernst August in August 1851, and only had six performances before never being mounted again.

Critical Reception

The failure of Marschner's opera 'Austin' was largely attributed to its libretto, which was overloaded with intrigue and too many characters, leading to dramatic stagnancy.

Performer Biography

The Hradec Králové Philharmonic Orchestra, established in 1978, has performed in prestigious venues across Europe and coordinates the Music Forum Hradec Králové, showcasing Czech premieres.

Recording & Production

This album features world premiere recordings, indicating that some of the works by Marschner included have not been recorded before.

Composer Biography

Heinrich August Marschner was a composer and conductor who served as an assistant to Carl Maria von Weber and became a master of German Romantic opera between Weber and Wagner.

Performer Biography

Dario Salvi, the conductor, is a Scottish-Italian musicologist and researcher specializing in the restoration and performance of rare works, including world premiere recordings of Marschner.