Discover the Hidden Gems of Eduard Lassen's Compositions
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Eduard Lassen as you explore his most fascinating compositions. From ballet music to symphonies, Lassen's vast repertoire showcases his brilliance and versatility in the sphere of classical music. His unique sound resonates through his works, providing listeners with a transformative musical experience.
Eduard Lassen: Composer and Conductor
Eduard Lassen (1830–1904) was a Belgian-Danish composer and conductor recognized for his significant contributions to 19th-century Romantic music. Born in Copenhagen, he moved to Brussels as a child, where he entered the Conservatory at age twelve and won numerous prizes, including the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1851. This accolade enabled him to travel extensively through Germany and Italy, shaping his musical outlook.
Career Highlights
Lassen's five-act opera, Landgraf Ludwig's Brautfahrt, was produced in Weimar with the support of Franz Liszt. The opera's success led to his appointment as Court musical director to the Grand Duke of Weimar in 1858. Lassen succeeded Johann Götze as conductor of the Weimar Opera, holding this influential post until 1895. He was notable for his daring programming, such as producing Wagner's Tristan und Isolde in 1874 at a time when few theaters outside Munich had staged it. He also conducted the premiere of Saint-Saëns’ Samson et Dalila in 1877. Lassen was decorated with the Order of Leopold in 1881 and received an honorary doctorate from the University of Jena shortly before his death, in recognition of his enduring impact on the European musical scene.
Notable Works
Lassen composed in various genres, achieving particular distinction in operas, symphonies, incidental music, and songs. His notable stage works include Frauenlob and Le Captif. He wrote two symphonies and music for classic plays such as Sophocles’ Oedipus, Hebbel’s Nibelungen, and Goethe’s Faust. Lassen composed a large number of songs that remain respected for their melodic invention and lyrical beauty.
Experience the Magic of Violin Concertos with Lassen, P.Scharwenka, and Langgaard
Engage with the dynamic blend of violin concertos from celebrated composers Eduard Lassen, Philipp Scharwenka, and Rued Langgaard. Presented by Hyperion's Romantic Violin Concerto series, these concertos highlight the phenomenal virtuosity and emotional depth embedded in each composer's works.
A Cello Tribute to Pablo Casals – Casals Encores
Join talented musicians Linus Roth, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and Antony Hermus on an extraordinary musical journey, paying homage to the legendary cellist Pablo Casals. An assortment of alluring encores, carefully selected from Casals' body of work, form the centerpiece of this moving tribute.
Take a Musical Journey with Alban Gerhardt and Cecile Licad
Join the remarkable artists Alban Gerhardt and Cecile Licad as they embark on a musical odyssey through an assortment of treasured classical compositions. The duo's powerful synergy, coupled with their superior musical technique, is sure to captivate even the most discerning of audiences. Experience moments of transcendent beauty and thrill to the grandeur of classic symphonies, performed with passion and precision by these acclaimed artists.