Die Gezeichneten (The Branded Ones) - Franz Schreker
Information about the opera Die Gezeichneten by Franz Schreker, and the best recordings available on CD or DVD, or for download.
A depressing story accompanied by euphoric music.
Recommended recordings on CD
Zagrosek/Kruse/Connell (Decca 444 442-2)
A fine performance and recording - Elizabeth Connell is especially good.
Berlin Radio Chorus, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, conducted by Lothar Zagrosek, 1993.
Cast: Heinz Kruse (Alviano Salvago), Elizabeth Connell (Carlotta), Monte Pederson (Count Vitelozzo), Alfred Muff (Tamare).
Decca 444 442-2