Richard Wagner

Tannhäuser

Immerse yourself in Richard Wagner’s magnificent world of sound with the grand romantic opera "Tannhäuser und der Sängerkrieg auf der Wartburg" (WWV 20). This monumental three-act masterpiece, exploring the dramatic tension between sensual passion and redemptive love, stands as an enduring highlight of the operatic repertoire. This high-quality vocal score from the renowned Edition Peters provides soloists, choirs, and repetiteurs with a first-class foundation for rehearsal and performance. A notable feature of this edition is the practical scene-by-scene presentation of both the Dresden and Paris versions. Scored for the complete ensemble of solo voices (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, bass), mixed choir, and piano, this volume impresses with exceptional clarity and a playable, sonorous reduction of the orchestral score. An indispensable companion for stage productions, rehearsals, and the in-depth study of Wagner's dramatic masterpiece.