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Ariadne auf Naxos(ナクソス島のアリアドネ, 낙소스의 아드리아네) – LD

Overview:

Ariadne auf Naxos is a celebrated opera composed by Richard Strauss with a libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal. First performed in 1912 and later revised in 1916, the work is renowned for its unique blend of serious opera and lighthearted comedy.
Set on the island of Naxos from Greek mythology, the story follows Ariadne, who has been abandoned by Theseus and longs for death, while a lively troupe of commedia dell’arte performers unexpectedly interrupts the tragic atmosphere. The opera masterfully contrasts emotional drama with playful humor, creating a fascinating theatrical experience.
Widely admired for its sophisticated orchestration, beautiful vocal writing, and inventive structure, Ariadne auf Naxos remains one of Richard Strauss’s most distinctive and enduring operatic masterpieces.

Information:

○ Release date: 1988

○ Label: WOOZ 24046