Lohengrin
The theme of Wagner's opera (now at the ROH), found in the Second Act. Elsa, pitying the evil Ortrud, leads her into the castle singing confidently: "Es gibt ein Glück, das ohne Reu!" ("There is a joy without regret"). But Ortrud in counterpoint: "Durch ihren Hochmut werd ihr Reu!" ("Her arrogance shall bring her ruth")
Which does the music endorse? Both.
Posted on 05/02 at 03:23 PM.
Tags for this entry:
Your comments