Dive into the enchanting world of Barbara Hendricks with her captivating album, "Barbara Hendricks sings Nordic Songs & Wolf: Mörike-Lieder." Released on November 3, 2008, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Hendricks' extraordinary vocal prowess and her deep connection with the classical and opera genres.
Spanning a duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of beautifully crafted songs that showcase Hendricks' versatility and artistry. The album features a rich collection of Nordic songs and the exquisite Mörike-Lieder by Hugo Wolf, along with selections from Goethe-Lieder. Hendricks' renditions of these pieces are nothing short of breathtaking, each note resonating with her distinctive style and profound musicality.
The album includes a diverse range of compositions, from the delicate and ethereal "Auf eine Christblume" by Hugo Wolf to the lyrical beauty of Edvard Grieg's "Peer Gynt" selections. Hendricks' interpretation of these works is both nuanced and powerful, offering listeners a profound musical experience. The inclusion of songs by Carl Nielsen and Jean Sibelius adds a layer of Nordic charm, while the works of Wilhelm Peterson-Berger and Ture Rangström bring a unique Scandinavian flavor to the collection.
Barbara Hendricks' ability to seamlessly transition between different musical styles and languages is evident throughout the album. Her performances are marked by a deep understanding of the texts and a commitment to delivering them with authenticity and passion. Whether she is singing in German, Norwegian, or Swedish, Hendricks' voice remains a constant source of beauty and inspiration.
This album is a celebration of Barbara Hendricks' artistic journey and her enduring love for the classical and opera genres. It is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the finer nuances of vocal artistry and the timeless beauty of classical music.
Tracks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 20, Auf eine Christblume I "Tochter des Walds" (Mässig langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 21, Auf eine Christblume II "Im Winterboden schläft" (Ziemlich langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 4: No. 45, Nixe Binsefuss "Des Wassermanns sein Töchterlein" (Leicht und luftig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 3: No. 35, Schlafendes Jesuskind "Sohn der Jungfrau, Himmelskind!" (Sehr gretragen und weihevoll)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 2, Der Knabe und das Immlein "Im Weinberg auf der Höhe" (Mässig und zart)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 8, Begegnung "Was doch heut Nacht ein Sturm gewesen" (Lebhaft bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 24, In der Frühe "Kein Schlaf noch kühlt" (Sehr getragen und schwer)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 15, Auf einer Wanderung "In ein freundliches Städtchen" (Leicht bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 12, Verborgenheit "Lass, o Welt, o lass" (Mässig und sehr innig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 9, Nimmersatte Liebe "So ist die Liebe!" (Sehr mässig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 7, Das verlassene Mägdlein "Früh, wann die Hähne" (Langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 17, Der Gärtner "Auf ihrem Leibrösslein" (Leicht, graziös)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 3: No. 36, Lebe wohl "Lebe wohl ... Du fühlest nicht" (Sehr langsam, innig und leidenschaftlich)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 6, Er ist's! "Frühling lässt sein blaues Band" (Sehr lebhaft und jubelnd)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 28, Frühling übers Jahr "Das Beet, schon lockert" (Sehr zart und anmutig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 50, Ganymed "Wie im Morgenglanze" (Sehr gleichmässige und ruhige Bewegung)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 26, Die Spröde "An dem reinsten Frühlingsmorgen" (Leicht bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 27, Die Bekehrte "Bei dem Glanz der Abendröthe" (Leicht bewegt, nicht schleppend)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 5, Mignon I "Heiss mich nicht reden" (Sehr getragen)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 6, Mignon II "Nur wer die Sehnsucht kennt" (Etwas bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 7, Mignon III "So lasst mich scheinen" (Sehr langsam und zart)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 8, Philine "Singet nicht in Trauertönen" (Leicht und graziös)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 9, Mignon IV "Kennst du das Land" (Langsam und sehr ausdrucksvoll)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: 6 Songs of Ludvig Holstein, Op. 10, FS 18: I. Aebleblomst, "Du fine hvide Aebleblomst" (Poco allegretto)Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 1: I. Skal blomsterne da visneCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 1: II. Hogen "Vaer hilset Hog over Granetop"Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 2: IV. Saenk kun dit hoved, du blomstCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 2: V. Den forste laerkeCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Studie efter naturen, FS. 82 : "Solen skinner i Naboens Gaard" (Leicht)Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Grieg: 12 Songs, Op. 33: No. 2, VårenEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 25: No. 4, Med en VandliljeEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 25: No. 2, En SvaneEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23: Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23: Solveig's Cradle SongEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Melodies of the Heart, Op. 5: No. 3, Jeg elsker digEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 1, GrussEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 2, Dereinst, Gedanke meinEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 3, Lauf der WeltEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 4, Die verschwiegene NachtigallEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 5, Zur RosenzeitEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 6, Ein TraumEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem dikter"): III. Melodi, "Bara du gar över markerna"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 4 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem ballader"): II. Pan, "Middagsstillhet och klöveranga"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Den mörka blomman"): III. Avskedet, "Ar af skumma färder fick du"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Den mörka blomman"): II. Bön till natten, "Slut är dagens lust"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem dikter"): I. Vingar I natten, "Det flyger en fagel"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Sibelius: 5 Songs, Op. 37: No. 5, Flickan kom ifrån sin älsklings möteJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 7 Songs, Op. 17: No. 6, IllalleJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 6 Songs, Op. 36: No. 6, Demanton på marssnönJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 7 Songs, Op. 13: No. 4, Våren flyktar hastigtJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
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