Immerse yourself in the rich, velvety tones of Jussi Björling, one of the most celebrated tenors of the 20th century, with "Björling Collection, Vol. 6: The Erik Odde Pseudonym Recordings and Other Popular Works." Released in 2006 by Naxos, this album is a captivating journey through a selection of Björling's recordings from the early 1930s, offering a unique blend of operatic arias and popular songs that showcase his extraordinary vocal range and emotional depth.
The album features 22 tracks, including beloved classics like "Dina blaa ogon lovar...Roda lappar ger" (Your blue eyes promise more than your red lips give) and "Brinnande gula flod" (Flaming golden stream), as well as lesser-known gems that highlight Björling's versatility and artistry. From the tender romance of "Varje litet ord av kärlek" (Every little word of love) to the dramatic intensity of "Bachanal" (Bacchanale), each track is a testament to Björling's unparalleled ability to convey the essence of every song.
Recorded between 1931 and 1935, these tracks offer a fascinating glimpse into the early career of a man who would go on to become one of the most revered opera singers of all time. The Erik Odde pseudonym recordings, in particular, provide a rare opportunity to hear Björling in a more popular, accessible vein, performing songs that were hugely popular in Sweden during the 1930s.
Whether you're a seasoned opera aficionado or a newcomer to the world of classical music, this album is a treasure trove of beautiful melodies and stunning vocal performances that are sure to captivate and inspire. So sit back, relax, and let the enchanting voice of Jussi Björling transport you to another time and place.
Tracks
Nar rosorna vissna och do (When the roses wither and die)Igor Borganoff, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Fred Winter Orchestra, Fred Winter
Det ar nagot som binder mitt hjarta vid dig (Something Is tying my heart to you)Jules Sylvain, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Fred Winter Orchestra, Fred Winter
Bagdad (Baghdad)Helge Lindberg, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Fred Winter Orchestra, Fred Winter
Varje litet ord av karlek (Every little word of love)Bert Carsten, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Hanns Bingang Orchestra, Hanns Bingang
Aj, aj, aj du (Now, now, boy)Sonja Sahlberg, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Hanns Bingang Orchestra, Hanns Bingang
Varfor? (Why?)P.Lesso-Valerio, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Hakan von Eichwald Orchestra, Hakan von Eichwald
Nagonstans pa var jord (Somewhere on our earth)Werner R. Heymann, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Hanns Bingang Orchestra, Hanns Bingang
Lappar som le sa roda (Smiling Red Lips)Erik Baumann, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Folke Andersson Orchestra, Folke Andersson
Allting som ar vackert (Everything beautiful reminds me of you)Umberto Tognarelli, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Gosta Safbom Soloist Orchestra
Kanske att vi pa samma drommar bar (Maybe we Are dreaming the same dreams)艾里克·蒂林, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Gosta Safbom Soloist Orchestra
Sommarens melodi ar som poesi (Summer's melody Is like poetry): Sommarens melodi ar som poesi [Summer’s melody Is like poetry]Per Reidarson, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), Gosta Safbom Soloist Orchestra
Dina blaa ogon lovar…Roda lappar ger: Dina blaa ogon lovar...Roda lappar ger (Your blue eyes promise more Than your red lips give) [Your blue eyes promise more Than your red lips give]Jules Sylvain, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), HMV Orchestra, Sune Waldimir
Karlekens sang (Song of Love)Alice Lebeau, Erik Odde (pseud. of Jussi Bjorling), HMV Orchestra, Sune Waldimir
Sag mig god natt (Say good night to me)Lilian Ray, Jussi Björling, Hanns Bingang Orchestra, Hanns Bingang
Slut dina ogon (Close your eyes)Guy Ammandt, Jussi Björling, Jens Warny Orchestra, Jens Warny
Bachanal (Bacchanale)Adrian Dahl, Jussi Björling, Hjalmar Meissner Orchestra, Hjalmar Meissner
Brinnande gula flod (Flaming golden stream)Carl Goran Nyblom, Jussi Björling, Hjalmar Meissner Orchestra, Hjalmar Meissner
Tangoflickan (the Tango Girl)Knut O. W. Almroth, Jussi Björling, Hjalmar Meissner Orchestra, Hjalmar Meissner
Sag, att du evigt haller mig kar (Say That you will love me for ever)Jules Sylvain, Jussi Björling, Sune Waldimirs Orchestra, Sune Waldimir
Var det en drom? (Was It a Dream): Var det en drom? [Was It a dream?]Jacques Armand, Jussi Björling, Sune Waldimirs Orchestra, Sune Waldimir
Brollopsvalsen (Bryllupsvalsen)Michael Christgau, Jussi Björling, Sune Waldimirs Orchestra, Sune Waldimir
Lilla prinsessa (Little Princess)Georg Enders, Jussi Björling, Sune Waldimirs Orchestra, Sune Waldimir
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