Although, their rendezvous is cut short by cruel reality when a not so pleased King Mark stumbles upon them. Their adulterous affair calls for them to meet in the night, and the romantic aria represents a brief moment in time where they can embrace their love for one another without the judgment of the wider world. Also known as the ‘love duet’, it’s a tender moment between the two title characters, Tristan and Isolde. ‘Liebesnacht’ from Act 2, is one of the most beloved pieces from the opera. Not only loved by audiences, but also admired by fellow composers, it has had a lasting influence on Wagner’s predecessors, Richard Strauss, Alban Berg and Benjamin Britten. Tristan and Isolde is another one of Wagner’s operas that has stood the test of time. Written for a soprano voice, this song has had many famous variations over the years, with lyrical sopranos to dramatic sopranos all having their own take on how Wagner’s dramatic piece should sound. However, when he starts to leave again the mood of the music changes to a much darker melody, before ending with the same happiness she felt at the beginning. Elizabeth is overwhelmed with joy when she hears that her love, Tannhäuser, will be coming to the hall. Sometimes referred to as the ‘Hall Aria’ due to taking place in the Hall of Song, it’s a powerful depiction of mixed emotions. The popular aria ‘Dich, teure Halle’ is taken from Act 2. However, it’s mixed with historical truths from the 14th century, taking influence from the German song writing tradition, Minnesang. Typical to Wagner’s style, this opera has roots in mythology, including the character Venus and her fictional realm Venusberg. The full English title of Wagner’s popular 1845 opera is Tannhäuser and the Minnesingers’ Contest at Wartburg.
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