Richard Strauss: Three Tone Poems

Featuring

Franz Welser-Möst
The Cleveland Orchestra
Richard Strauss

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Composition History

Strauss's tone poems, including those on this album, were influenced by Franz Liszt's pioneering work in this form, embracing the mixing of emotional weight and classical form.

Recording & Production

The Cleveland Orchestra launched its own recording label and new streaming broadcast performances in 2020, despite global pandemic shutdowns, to continue sharing their artistry.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Richard Strauss's music is deeply focused on human thoughts and feelings, with a special understanding of the voice, which he considered his main instrument.

Performer Biography

Franz Welser-Möst, the conductor, has been the music director of The Cleveland Orchestra since 2002 and is set to become the longest-serving musical leader in the ensemble's history.

Composer Biography

Richard Strauss composed songs throughout his long career, from his teenage years until near the end of his 85-year lifespan, and his early songs and tone poems prepared him for writing operas.

Interpretation

Franz Welser-Möst, the conductor, believes Strauss's music should be played like Mozart, emphasizing nuance and dialogue within the music rather than over-interpretation or excessive orchestral brilliance.