Salome, Op. 54, a masterpiece by Richard Strauss

Salome is a one-act opera composed by Richard Strauss, which premiered in Dresden on December 9, 1905. The inspiration for this opera, for which Strauss also wrote the libretto, originated from Hedwig Lachmann's adaptation of Oscar Wilde's play Salome, itself inspired by Gustave Flaubert's Herodias. However, it was the Viennese poet Anton Linder who recommended the theme to Strauss in 1903. At that time, the German composer was busy revising Hector Berlioz's Treatise on Orchestration, but his creative genius took hold of him!

The intricate interweaving of the solo voices in Strauss's opera makes it a colossal work with epic undertones, requiring 102 musicians for its performance, and this grandeur significantly contributed to its success. Right from its premiere, Salome was very well received by critics, and Strauss's work has never ceased to amaze his audiences!

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The biblical tale of Salome recounts the story of a young girl so exceptionally talented and mesmerizing in her dance that King Herod of Judea is willing to grant her any wish. When asked, her response is grim: "I want you to give me, right now, the head of John the Baptist on a platter." Given this context, Strauss's opera could not help but scandalize the 20th-century audience, and the protests of soprano Marie Wittich—originally intended to perform the titular role in Strauss's opera Salome, Op. 54—were indicative of the time. Initially, the singer adamantly refused to take on the role, exclaiming, "I will not sing that! I am an honest woman!" and she even insisted on having a double for the Dance of the Seven Veils scene. However, this dance has now become the opera's most renowned and frequently performed orchestral segment, solidifying Strauss's Salome's well-deserved place in the world's most prestigious concert halls! Enjoy the most exquisite renditions of Richard Strauss's opera Salome, Op. 54 through live streaming on medici.tv!