Jules Massenet: Méditation from the opera "Thaïs"
Conductor: Herbert von Karajan
Works: Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra,(recorded in 1954)

This piece is an instrumental work that appears at the beginning of Act 2 of Massenet's opera "Thaïs." It was composed as accompaniment music for the important scene where the protagonist Thaïs decides to leave the seductive valley of "Venusberg."

The piece begins with a relaxed woodwind melody, followed by an elegant violin theme. The music gradually builds in intensity, with various instruments passing the themes back and forth. In the middle section, a majestic brass theme is introduced, leading to a dramatic development. However, it returns to the tranquil woodwind theme and comes to a quiet conclusion.

Conclusion:
Thus, the "Méditation" musically expresses the storyline of the opera. It is a masterpiece that showcases Massenet's delicate compositional technique and imagination.

This piece is included in the following playlist:
   • リバーサルオーケストラ  

#MeditationThaïs,#Massenet,#Opera,#InstrumentalWork,#FrenchMusic,#Classical,