Jenůfa

Leoš Janáček (1854–1928)

DESCRIPTION

Gré Brouwenstijn assumes the title role in Jenůfa with a portrayal marked by considerable emotional breadth, tracing the character’s progression from youthful hope through profound despair to a state of forgiveness that carries an almost spiritual resonance. Annie Delorie, as Kostelnička, brings a naturally warm mezzo timbre that softens a role often perceived as emotionally austere. This warmth contributes to a more nuanced presentation of the character’s inner conflict, illuminating both her deep affection for Jenůfa and the psychological burden underlying her tragic crime.

CAST

Jenufa – GRÉ BROUWENSTIJN
Kostelnicka – ANNIE DELORIE
Laca Klemen – JAROSLAV KACHEL
Steva Buryja – IVO ZIDEK
Grandmother Buryja – JO VAN DE MEENT
Jano – ILSE BRESSER
Mayor – GEE SMITH
Mayor's Wife – CAROLINA REITT
Karolka – JEANNETTE VAN DIJCK
Aunt – ELLY VERHAGEN
Woman – CORRY VAN BECKUM

DETAILS

Location: The Hague
Date: June 28, 1960
Conductor: Jaroslav Krombholc
Catalogue Number: OD 10287-2
Label: Opera Depot
Number of Discs: 2
In Mono