Credits:

Manfred Huss

Description:

Beautiful melodies, colorful sounds. Who knew Schubert had an opera overture like this!Originally released on the KochSchwann label, this recordingwhich disappeared from the catalog and has since been the subject of rumors of extremely high-priced transactions among collectorsis making a comeback. A collection of Schuberts opera overtures. Schubert was a genius who left masterpieces in every genre; though hailed as the King of Art Songs, his operas were not successful. Despite several attempts to revive them, they have never become firmly established as part of the standard repertoire. This collection features overtures from 10 operas. Although theyre all pieces Ive never heard before, true to Schuberts style, I find myself captivated by their rich melodies and beautiful sounds. Filled with charm that rivals the overture collections of Rossini and Weber, this disc is a true treasure trove.King