Schumann: Scenes from Goethe's Faust
About the Event
Schumann's interpretation of the second part of Goethe's Faust, where the protagonist's soul undergoes a transfiguration, inspired his creation of the secular oratorio Scenes from Goethe's Faust. This work is considered a masterpiece of Romantic music, showcasing the composer's profound and intense reading of the German writer's famous piece. Under the direction of Daniel Harding, the Chorus, White Voices, and Orchestra of Santa Cecilia bring this oratorio to life, with Christian Gerhaher taking on the role of Faust and delivering a standout performance.
Cast / Production
baritono Christian Gerhaher Faust / Pater Seraphicus / Doctor Marianus
soprano Christiane Karg Gretchen / Büßerin / Una Poenitentium
basso Andreas Bauer Kanabas Mephistopheles / Böser Geist
soprano Johanna Wallroth Marthe / Sorge / Jüngerer Engel / Büßerin / Magna Peccatrix
mezzosoprano Avery Amereau Mangel / Jüngerer Engel / Büßerin / Maria Aegyptiaca / Mater Gloriosa
tenore Andrew Staples Ariel / Pater Ecstaticus / Vollendeterer Engel / Jüngerer Engel
basso Alexander Roslavets Pater Profundus / Vollendeterer Engel / Jüngerer Engel
