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Der Vampyr

BBC Radio 3
on BBC Radio 3

Opera in two acts
Libretto by Wilhelm Wohlbruck
Music by Heinrich Marschner
Produced by Bavarian Radio on behalf of the EBU

This work by Marschner, an important figure in German romantic opera between Weber and Wagner, is based on the notorious rumour surrounding the life of the ' black Ruthven
Cast of actors and singers Bavarian Radio Chorus and Symphony Orchestra conducted by Fritz Reger
Producer Theodor Holzinger
Executive producer for the EBU Lionel Salter

Act 1: The action takes place in Scotland in the 17th century

3.10* The Feast of Blood
Colin Wilson, author of The Occult, traces the development of vampirism in folklore and literature.

3.35* Der Vampyr: Act 2

Contributors

Music By:
Heinrich Marschner
Conducted By:
Fritz Rieger
Unknown:
Lionel Salter
Unknown:
Colin Wilson
Source: Radio Times

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