Franz von Suppé, a distant relative of Gaetano Donizetti, was born in Dalmatia and became a very successful composer of operetta in Vienna.
Compositional Technique
The overture to Suppé's 'Mozart' uses a potpourri of Mozart's themes, including the Act III march from 'Le nozze di Figaro' and melodies from 'Die Entführung aus dem Serail' and 'Don Giovanni'.
Recording & Production
This album features world premiere recordings of Suppé's incidental music for 'Mozart' and the original overture to his operetta 'Die Afrikareise'.
Performer Biography
Dario Salvi, the conductor on this recording, is a Scottish-Italian musicologist specializing in the restoration and performance of rare works, particularly Viennese operettas.
Performer Biography
The Janáček Philharmonic Orchestra, featured on this recording, was officially established in 1954 and has toured internationally, performing at prestigious venues like the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Musikverein Vienna.
Composition History
Suppé's incidental music for the play 'Mozart' by Leonhard Wohlmuth was produced at the Theater an der Wien in 1854, one of nine stage works he completed that year.
Performer Biography
Julie Svěcená, the violinist on this recording, is an award-winning soloist who has performed extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America since winning the Concertino Praga in 2010.
