Johann Georg Conradi: Ariadne (2005)

This CPO issue of Johann Georg Conradi's 1691 opera Ariadne is based out of a revival of this obscure work produced in 2003 as part of the Boston Early Music Festival. One might be surprised to see the name of Conradi above the title of such a large opera set -- has anybody really heard of this guy? What is up with this opera? German Baroque opera has spent centuries in the shadows. At one time this entire historical genre was considered of only marginal value when held up to the shining example of George Frideric Handel. ... Read More

This CPO issue of Johann Georg Conradi's 1691 opera Ariadne is based out of a revival of this obscure work produced in 2003 as part of the Boston Early Music Festival. One might be surprised to see the name of Conradi above the title of such a large opera set -- has anybody really heard of this guy? What is up with this opera? German Baroque opera has spent centuries in the shadows. At one time this entire historical genre was considered of only marginal value when held up to the shining example of George Frideric Handel. Closer examination of the topic reveals that this was one man's opinion, namely that of nineteenth century musicologist Friedrich Chrysander. Nevertheless, such opinions can travel a long way, especially when it comes to musical works that come from an obsolete milieu, the nature of which relatively few would take the time to understand. Ariadne was a very popular opera in the days before Handel, well regarded enough that it was revised and revived two decades after its composer died.... Read Less

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