Der ferne Klang (The Distant Sound) - Franz Schreker
Information about the opera Der ferne Klang by Franz Schreker, and the best recordings available on CD or DVD, or for download.
A romantic work which has become neglected after its initial success.
Recommended recordings on CD
Halász/Grigorescu/Harper (Naxos 8.660074-75)
An excellent performance and recording of this neglected opera.
Hagen Opera Chorus, Hagen Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Michael Halász, 1989.
Cast: Elena Grigorescu (Grete Graumann), Thomas Harper (Fritz), Andreas Haller (Dr Vigelius), Horst Fiehl (A Ham Actor).
Naxos 8.660074-75