Album insights
In light of the 2020 Bayreuth Festival cancellation due to the pandemic, Haus Wahnfried, once Richard Wagner's residence, turned into a museum and haven for Wagner enthusiasts. On July 25, typically the festival's opening date, a unique concert was held at Haus Wahnfried and broadcast live by BR Klassik. Performances by Christian Thielemann, soprano Camilla Nylund, and Bayreuth Festival Orchestra members included Wagner's Siegfried-Idyll and Wesendonck-Lieder. These pieces, not part of his opera repertoire, signify a rare musical treat captured in a special recording at the historic venue. Now available in CD and digital format starting October 9, this event embodies a truly extraordinary musical experience.