Immerse yourself in the profound and introspective world of Johannes Brahms with this captivating collection of songs. Released in 2016 by harmonia mundi, this album features a selection of Brahms' most poignant vocal works, showcasing his mastery of composition and his deep understanding of the human condition.
The album opens with the nine songs from "9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32," each a delicate exploration of love, longing, and loss. These pieces, performed with exquisite sensitivity, highlight Brahms' ability to convey complex emotions through simple, yet evocative melodies.
Following this, the album presents the six songs from "6 Lieder, Op. 85," and four songs from "4 Lieder, Op. 96," each offering a unique perspective on life's joys and sorrows. These songs, with their lush harmonies and intricate piano accompaniments, demonstrate Brahms' genius for blending text and music into a seamless whole.
The centerpiece of the album is the "Vier ernste Gesänge, Op. 121," a cycle of four profound songs that grapple with themes of mortality and faith. These songs, performed with a sense of gravity and introspection, are a testament to Brahms' ability to confront life's most challenging questions with courage and honesty.
The album features the powerful vocals of Matthias Goerne, accompanied by the masterful piano playing of Christoph Eschenbach. Together, they bring these songs to life, their performances marked by a deep understanding of Brahms' music and a commitment to its expressive potential. The album is a testament to the enduring power of Brahms' music, and a reminder of why he remains one of the most beloved composers of all time.
Tracks
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: I. Wie rafft ich mich auf in der NachtJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: II. Nicht mehr zu dir zu gehenJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: III. Ich schleich umher betrübt und stummJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: IV. Der Strom, der neben mir verrauschteJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: V. Wehe, so willst du mich wiederJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: VI. Du sprichst,daβ ich mich täuschteJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: VII. Bitteres zu sagen denkst duJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: VIII. So stehn wir, ich und meine WeideJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
9 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 32: IX. Wie bist du, meine KöniginJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
6 Lieder, Op. 85: I. SommerabendJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
6 Lieder, Op. 85: II. MondenscheinJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
4 Lieder, Op. 96: I. Der Tod, das ist die kühle NachtJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
4 Lieder, Op. 96: III. Es schauen die BlumenJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
4 Lieder, Op. 96: IV. MeerfahrtJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
Vier ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: I. Denn es gehet dem Menschen wie dem ViehJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
Vier ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: II. Ich wandte mich und saheJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
Vier ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: III. O Tod, wie bitte bist duJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
Vier ernste Gesänge, Op. 121: IV. Wenn ich mit Menschen- und mit EngelszungenJohannes Brahms, Matthias Goerne, Christoph Eschenbach
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