Culshaw, John
Ring Resounding: The Recording of Der Ring Des Nibelungen
- ISBN 13:
- 9781845951948
- author:
- Culshaw, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pimlico
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 21.4 x 13.4 x 2.4 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Learning to Play, Write & Record Music, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Decca's groundbreaking recording of Wagner's Ring Des Nibelungen is a monumental achievement in the history of sound recording. Spanning eight years and countless hours of work, this book tells the story behind its creation, from conception to completion. Written by John Culshaw, who was at the helm as producer, it offers a unique insight into the people involved and their dedication to bringing Wagner's music to life. The recording, conducted by Georg Solti, features some of the most celebrated opera singers of the time, including Birgit Nilsson, Kirsten Flagstad, and Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau. Culshaw's vision for a 'theatre of the mind' through stereo recording was revolutionary, and this book explores how that vision came to fruition. This is not just a technical account of the recording process, but also a story about innovation and perseverance in the face of challenges. It reveals how Decca's pioneering work in recorded opera paved the way for future generations of musicians and producers.
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