Golem (Bretan opera)
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Golem is a one-act opera by Nicolae Bretan to his own libretto, based on the legend of the Golem as expressed in a drama by Illés Kaczér. It was written over a brief period in 1923, and was first performed in Cluj on 23 December 1924.
Roles
| Roles | Voice type | Premiere Cast, 1924 (Conductor: Nicolae Bretan ) |
|---|---|---|
| Rabbi Lőw | tenor | Ö. Réthely |
| Anna, (his granddaughter) | soprano | E. Bethlen |
| Golem | baritone | M. Takács |
| Baruch, the Rabbi's disciple | bass | F. Harksay |
| Chorus of the Autumn Winds |
Synopsis
Prague in the 16th century. Rabbi Lőw (based on the historical figure), has created the Golem, a living creature, from clay. The Golem falls in love with the Rabbi's granddaughter, thereby infecting her with a fatal illness. The Rabbi destroys the Golem to save his granddaughter.
Recording
- Moldova Philharmonic Orchestra, cond. Cristian Mandeal. Nimbus Records NI5424 (1987).
