Otto Goritz Albert Reiss - Siegfried Wohin Schleichst Du

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Review by Luxo N P

Alright, let’s dive into this one. The album Siegfried Wohin Schleichst Du by Otto Goritz and Albert Reiss is a hidden gem in the Folk, World, & Country genre. Released under the Victor label with the Victor Orchestra backing it up, this record has that old-school charm that just grabs you. It’s not perfect, but hey, that’s what makes it so likable. First off, I gotta talk about the title track, “Siegfried – Wohin Schleichest Du?” (or “Whither Slinkest Thou?” if you wanna go full Shakespearean vibes). This tune is wild. Like, it starts off slow and kinda sneaky—hence the "slinking" vibe—but then it builds into this sweeping orchestral moment that feels way bigger than its runtime. The strings are lush, and there’s this sense of drama like you’re watching some epic movie scene where Siegfried himself is creeping through the woods or something. You don’t even need to understand German to feel the tension; it’s all in how the music moves. Honestly, I couldn’t get it out of my head for days—not because it’s catchy in a pop-song way, but because it’s just so cinematic. Another standout is... well, okay, let’s be real here. There aren’t many tracks on this thing, so it’s hard to pick another without repeating myself. But still, the whole vibe of the album sticks with you. Every song feels like stepping back in time to when folk music wasn’t trying to reinvent itself—it was just being honest. And yeah, maybe that sounds cheesy, but isn’t that what folk music’s supposed to do? Be raw and unfiltered? What really struck me while listening was how much emotion comes through even though it’s super polished production-wise. It’s like they took traditional storytelling and gave it a shiny coat of paint without losing its soul. That balance is rare these days. Plus, can we appreciate the Victor Orchestra for bringing their A-game? Those guys knew how to lay down some serious mood. Now, here’s the kicker: as much as I enjoyed this album, part of me wonders why more people haven’t talked about it. Sure, it’s not exactly chart-topping material by today’s standards, but man, there’s something special about it. Maybe it’s because it doesn’t try too hard. Or maybe it’s because albums like this remind us that music doesn’t always have to scream for attention—it can whisper and still leave an impression. So yeah, if you’re into vintage sounds, dramatic orchestrations, or just wanna hear something different, give Siegfried Wohin Schleichst Du a spin. Just don’t blame me if you start randomly quoting Shakespeare afterward.

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Siegfried – Wohin Schleichest Du? = Whither Slinkest Thou

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64215

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Victor

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Formats

  • Shellac
  • 10"
  • 78 RPM
  • Single Sided

Companies

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Record CompanyVictor Talking Machine Co.

Credits

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OrchestraVictor Orchestra

Notes

  • German | Duet
  • Matrix B-10170-2, recorded Camden, NJ, April 11, 1911.

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Price Code: $1.00

About Otto Goritz Albert Reiss

German opera singer (baritone) (born June 8, 1872 in Berlin, Germany  died April 13, 1929 in Hamburg, Germany) Goritz debuted in 1895 as Matteo in "Fra Diavolo" at the Court Theater in Neu Stelitz, Mecklenburg. Later, he sang in Breslau and Hamburg. Goritz then received a contract with the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, where he performed in 25 operas (mostly German, 1 Italian) between 1903 and 1917, including the leading Wagnerian baritone roles. His greatest success was as Beckmesser in Wagner's "Meistersinger." When the United States joined World War I, the opera stopped performing its German repertory. Goritz was forced to resign, not least because of a rumor that he had sung a parodic song on the sinking of the RMS "Lusitania" at a private party on New Year's Eve 1916. He remained, however, in the United States. In 1919, after the war had ended, Goritz founded the Star Opera Company. The company tried to perform at the Lexington Opera House in German, but a riot on opening night and protests by the American Legion forced it to disband. In 1920 Goritz returned to Hamburg, where he continued to sing at the State Opera House.

Real Name

    • Otto Dietrich Robert Goritz

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Siegfried Wohin Schleichst Du* by Otto Goritz and Albert Reiss is a hidden gem in the Folk, World, & Country genre. Released in the US under the Victor label, it features the lush sounds of the Victor Orchestra. One standout track, *"Siegfried – Wohin Schleichest Du?"* (translated as "Whither Slinkest Thou?"), feels like a dramatic journey through music. It’s fascinating how this piece blends German poetic flair with American production—a true cross-cultural moment in music history.