The famous 'Tristan chord' from Wagner's Tristan und Isolde was so harmonically innovative that it significantly impacted the development of 20th-century music.
Cultural Impact
Richard Wagner's music profoundly influenced later composers like Mahler, Richard Strauss, Berg, and Schoenberg, and many works would not exist without his contributions.
Composer Biography
Richard Wagner, the composer of these works, is considered one of the most influential and controversial figures in music history, with his opinions often described as bigoted and objectionable.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Richard Wagner championed the concept of Gesamtkunstwerk, or 'total work of art,' writing both the words and music for his music-dramas.
Recording & Production
This album, featuring orchestral highlights from Richard Wagner's operas, was recorded in London in June and November of 2011.
Performer Biography
Yondani Butt, the conductor on this album, held a Ph.D. in chemistry and published numerous research papers in the field.
Performer Biography
Yondani Butt, the conductor, inherited a unique musical heritage through his teachers, Wolfgang Vacano and Josef Blatt, who were connected to legendary figures like Clemens Krauss and Arthur Nikisch.
