{"product_id":"4260034869257","title":"Wolfgang Koch, Falk Struckmann, Peter Galliard, Philharmoniker Hamburg, Simone Young - Wagner: Das Rheingold (3\/2008) \/ Simone Young(cond), Hamburg State Opera Orchestra, Falk Struckmann(Br), Peter Galliard(T), etc - Import 2 CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWolfgang Koch, Falk Struckmann, Peter Galliard, Philharmoniker Hamburg, Simone Young\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Long-Awaited Debut! Simone Young’s Wagner “Das Rheingold”\nSimone Young, who serves as Artistic Director of the Hamburg State Opera and Music Director of the Hamburg Philharmonic, is renowned not only for her opera work but also for her concert repertoire; she is known for creating compelling music with a rich, substantial style across all genres. Judging by her passionate performances on previously released CDs of Bruckner and Hindemith, one cannot help but anticipate her interpretation of Wagner.\nNow, let’s turn to this *Das Rheingold*. As you know, it serves as the prologue to *The Ring of the Nibelung*; while smaller in scale compared to the other three parts, it is a crucial work in which all the story’s key themes are embedded. The leitmotifs woven throughout the piece are also not to be missed. Of course, Young delivers a performance that pays meticulous attention to every last detail—one that truly “scratches where it itches.” While the cast of singers doesn’t feature any names that stand out as “big stars,” one could argue that this actually contributes to a well-balanced production.\nStanding out among them is Falk Strockmann as Wotan. This name has been popping up everywhere lately. It would be no exaggeration to call him one of the finest Wotans of our time. His voice, full of raw power that makes full use of his imposing physique, is truly captivating. He previously performed with Young in *The Painter Matisse*, so perhaps they’re already well-acquainted. You’ll also want to take a moment to appreciate the growth of soprano Helen Kwon, a familiar face at ARTENOVA. *The Valkyrie*, *Siegfried*, and *Götterdämmerung*—I can’t wait to see the entire cycle come together. [Comment provided by BMG Japan]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oehms Classics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53595605958945,"sku":"4260034869257","price":4590.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/4260034869257.jpg?v=1790481889","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/4260034869257","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}