Konzerthausorchester Berlin, Iván Fischer

Date & Time

Sun, Nov 10, 2024, 16:00

Venue

Konzerthaus Berlin, Großer Saal (Berlin)

Mozart's “Magic Flute” is a masterpiece of the 18th century that reflects the moral concepts of the time with regard to the roles of men and women. Iván Fischer wants to confront parts of this favorite opera with 21st century values. He concentrates on well-known arias and scenes: Reversed gender roles of central characters invite an unexpected new listening experience as well as reflection. For example, a King of the Night, interpreted by the outstanding countertenor Samuel Mariño, appears as... Read full text

Keywords: Afternoon Concert, Symphony Concert, Vocal Music

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Musicians

Konzerthausorchester Berlin
Iván Fischer	Conductor
Vocalconsort Berlin
Samuel Mariño	Soprano
Deniz Uzun	Mezzo-Soprano

Program

„Der Bürger als Edelmann“ - Orchestersuite aus der Bühnenmusik nach Molière op. 60	Richard Strauss
Zauberflöte aktuell - eine Konfrontation mit der Gegenwart	Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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