Eugene Onegin

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893)

DESCRIPTION

This performance of Eugene Onegin captures a remarkable ensemble on the cusp of international acclaim. Bernd Weikl imbues the title role with a brash nobility, striking a compelling equilibrium between Onegin’s youthful arrogance and his underlying humanity. In the role of Tatiana, a young Eva Marton proves an ideal match, her tone pure yet edged with the steely brilliance that would later define her Brünnhildes and Turandots. Peter Schreier brings his characteristic musical intelligence and unfailing technique to Lensky, delivering a portrayal marked by both lyrical sensitivity and romantic ardor.

The performance includes some compelling cameos from seasoned Vienna State Opera veterans including the Filipjewna of Hilde Konetzni and Anton Dermota’s charming Triquet.

CAST

Larina – Hilde Rössel-Majdan
Tatjana – Eva Marton
Olga – Gertrude Jahn
Filipjewna – Hilde Konetzni
Eugen Onegin – Bernd Weikl
Lenski – Peter Schreier
Fürst Gremin – Peter Meven
Ein Hauptmann – Harald Pröglhöf
Saretzki – Alois Pernerstorfer
Triquet – Anton Dermota
Ein Vorsänger – Karl Terkal

DETAILS

Location: Vienna
Date: November 10, 1973
Conductor: Peter Schrottner
Catalogue Number: OD 12311-2
Label: Opera Depot
Number of Discs: 2
In Stereo

NOTE

The sound is generally very good, though some light skipping is audible during Triquet’s scene and the opera’s closing minutes.

Act I, Scene i

Act I, Scene ii

Act I, Scene iii

Act II, Scene i

Act II, Scene ii

Act III, Scene i

Act III, Scene ii