Enna: Kleopatra, Op. 6 Classical Opera Dacapo

Enna: Kleopatra, Op. 6

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DK 6708

Enna: Kleopatra, Op. 6

Label Catalogue Number:
8.226708-09

Running Time: 01:51:31

Release Date: October 2020
Originally recorded in 2019

Genre:
Classical
Opera

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Treason, desire and murder - served on a silver platter of glorious Romantic music from 1894 in this world premiere recording of a stirring opera about the murderous plot against Kleopatra, fabled Queen of the Nile. Beautiful melodies, alluring harmonies and tense leitmotifs, all expertly put to use by probably the most celebrated Danish opera composer of his time, August Enna. Born in Nakskov, Enna made his compositional debut in 1892 with The Witch, which was followed by several popular operas, songs, two symphonies, and a violin concerto. His work is strongly influenced by the music of Wagner, which can be heard in the present recording. He himself was a major influence on Danish composers, such as Carl Nielsen.

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“… Elsebeth Dreisig’s bright lyric soprano does little wrong … Harmaki is cleanly sung by the admired Wagner tenor Magnus Vigilius … the Odense Symphony Orchestra matches the excellent Danish National Opera Chorus who have plenty to do – for full-bodied elan…”

Christopher Webber – Opera – August 2021

“…The opera is tightly constructed. The plot is straightforward and clear. Each moment makes its point and then moves on… The balance between voices and orchestra is marvelous. The voices of the five main singers cajoled my ears while conveying vividly the meaning of the words…”

Ralph Locke – American Record Guide – May/June 2021

“… The recording is excellent and in particular the orchestra plays magnificently. The work may be uneven, but Dacapo should be applauded for making it available for the general music public.”

Göran Forsling – MusicWeb-Interntional.com – 21 April 2021

“An opera which, despite its dramatic deficiencies, well deserves its revival.”

Paul Corfield Godfrey – MusicWeb-International.com – 11 January 2021

Performance **** Recording ****

“…Beautifully recorded and presented, this is an altogether commendable new release.”

Kate Wakeling – BBC Music magazine – January 2021

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