Immerse yourself in the hauntingly beautiful world of Hugo Distler's "Dance of Death," a profound exploration of mortality and reflection through choral and instrumental masterpieces. Released on June 21, 2024, this album is a testament to Distler's genius, featuring a compelling blend of sacred and secular works that delve into the depths of human experience.
The album opens with the serene "2 Motets, Op. 74," followed by the centerpiece, "Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2," a series of thirteen hauntingly narrated movements that depict the dance of death with various figures from society. Each movement is a poignant meditation on the inevitability of death, narrated in English to enhance accessibility and impact.
In addition to the choral works, the album includes a delicate rendition of Bach's "Flute Partita in A Minor, BWV 1013: III. Sarabande," and the reflective "Geistliche Gesänge, Op. 110: No. 3, O Tod, wie bitter bist du." These pieces add a layer of instrumental beauty to the album, showcasing Distler's versatility and depth as a composer.
"Dance of Death" is a profound journey through the themes of life, death, and reflection, beautifully captured in Hugo Distler's distinctive style. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Distler's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. With a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, it is a perfect addition to any classical music collection, providing a moment of quiet contemplation in our fast-paced world.
This LP was released in 1975.
Tracks
2 Motets, Op. 74: No. 1, Warum ist das Licht gegeben dem MühseligenJohannes Brahms, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 1, Erster Spruch. Der TodHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 2, Zweiter Spruch. Der KaiserHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 3, Dritter Spruch. Der BischofHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 4, Vierter Spruch. Der EdelmannHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 5, Fünfter Spruch. Der ArztHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 6, Sechster Spruch. Der KaufmannHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 7, Siebter Spruch. Der LandsknechtHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 8, Achter Spruch. Der SchifferHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 9, Neunter Spruch. Der KlausnerHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 10, Zehnter Spruch. Der BauerHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 11, Elfter Spruch. Die JungfrauHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 12, Zwölfter Spruch. Der GreisHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2 (Narrated in English): No. 13, Deizehnter Spruch. Das KindHugo Distler, Lionel Sow, NFM Choir, Willard White, Jan Krzeszowiec
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