For a melancholic introspective opera try "Der Rosenkavalier" by Richard Strauss. Unrequited love has never been so melodically rendered as in this opera.
Getting into Opera... need advice
I have never listened to much opera, but have lately been accidentally encountering it, and decided its time to dip my toe into the water.
I am interested in starting with something that has a very melancholy, introspective feel to it. Something slower... not too sprightly.
I guess that desire leads me to believe that I should look for a tenor, but if someone has a recording that features a female vocalist that they think would fit the bill, I will be receptive to such a suggestion.
Oh, and I have a CD-only rig. No vinyl or high resolution capabilities.
Thanks very much for the help.
I am interested in starting with something that has a very melancholy, introspective feel to it. Something slower... not too sprightly.
I guess that desire leads me to believe that I should look for a tenor, but if someone has a recording that features a female vocalist that they think would fit the bill, I will be receptive to such a suggestion.
Oh, and I have a CD-only rig. No vinyl or high resolution capabilities.
Thanks very much for the help.