Immerse yourself in the rich musical legacy of Ferenc Farkas with "Songs from Seven Decades," a captivating collection that spans the prolific career of this esteemed Hungarian composer. Released in 2016 by Hungaroton, this album is a testament to Farkas's enduring influence and his ability to blend traditional Hungarian melodies with contemporary musical sensibilities.
The album features a diverse array of songs, including settings of texts by French and English poets, as well as compositions inspired by Hungarian folk music and classical literature. From the evocative "5 Francia trubadúr dallam" (5 Troubadour Songs) to the hauntingly beautiful "Régi temető" (Old Cemetery) series, each track offers a unique glimpse into Farkas's artistic vision.
Performances by renowned artists such as István Dominkó, Andrea Meláth, and Tünde Szabóky bring these compositions to life, showcasing the depth and breadth of Farkas's musical output. Whether you're a longtime fan of Farkas's work or a newcomer to his music, "Songs from Seven Decades" is an essential addition to any classical music collection.
With a duration of over an hour and sixteen minutes, this album provides ample opportunity to explore the nuances of Farkas's compositions, from the delicate intricacies of his vocal writing to the lush harmonies of his orchestrations. Whether you're in the mood for a soothing melody or a more complex musical experience, this album has something to offer.
"Songs from Seven Decades" is not just a collection of songs; it's a journey through the life and work of one of Hungary's most beloved composers. From his early compositions to his later works, this album showcases the evolution of Farkas's style and his enduring commitment to musical excellence. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting melodies of Ferenc Farkas transport you to a world of musical beauty and inspiration.
Tracks
5 Francia trubadúr dallam (5 Troubadour Songs): No. 1, Zengek néked íme, halld [Would You Have Me Sing for You]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
5 Francia trubadúr dallam (5 Troubadour Songs): No. 2, Ó, szépséges húgom [The Beautiful Doette]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
5 Francia trubadúr dallam (5 Troubadour Songs): No. 3, Fényuszállyal száll a hajnal [When the Nightingales Exclaim]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
5 Francia trubadúr dallam (5 Troubadour Songs): No. 4, Boldog vagyok míg könnyem [I Am Pleased to Cry by Singing]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
5 Francia trubadúr dallam (5 Troubadour Songs): No. 5, Jaj, de sanyarú tűrni nekem [Some Things Annoy Me, If I Dare Say]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Eszterlánc (An Esther Chain): No. 1, Viola szerelmem [Violet, My Love]Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Eszterlánc (An Esther Chain): No. 2, Csillaghasú ég alatt [Under the Starry Sky]Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Eszterlánc (An Esther Chain): No. 3, Békési föld [Land of Békés]Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Eszterlánc (An Esther Chain): No. 4, Szivedet az Isten adta [God Gave You Your Heart]Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
3 Dal (3 Songs): No. 1, Ajánlás [Dedication]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
3 Dal (3 Songs): No. 2, A Zozó levele [Letter to Zozo]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
3 Dal (3 Songs): No. 3, Virágének [Flower Song]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Mély esti csendben (In the Deep Evening Silence)Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Le sylpheFerenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Gyöngy (A Pearl)Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Fordulat (A Turn)Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Láng (Flame)Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Sonnet VII de Louise LabéFerenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Nyárvégi csillagok (The Stars in Late Summer)Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Milyen? (What Is It Like?)Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Pour IsabelleFerenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
SpleenFerenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
2 Dal Kisfaludy Sándor verseire (2 Songs to Poems by Sándor Kisfaludy): No. 1, Szüretkor [Wine Harvest]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
2 Dal Kisfaludy Sándor verseire (2 Songs to Poems by Sándor Kisfaludy): No. 2, Napok jönnek [Days Are Coming]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Schumann módjára (In the Manner of Schumann)Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Két pad (Two Benches)Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
4 Songs from Twelfth Night: No. 3, Come AwayFerenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Régi temető (Old Cemetery): No. 1, Bajusz Balázs voltam [I Was Balázs Bajusz]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Régi temető (Old Cemetery): No. 2, Itt nyugszik a Fehér Sára [Here Lies the Sára Fehér]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Régi temető (Old Cemetery): No. 3, Sütő Borcsa voltam [I Was Borcsa Sütő]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Régi temető (Old Cemetery): No. 4, Im itt nyugszik Édes Ignác [Here Lies Ignác Édes]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Régi temető (Old Cemetery): No. 5, Ime sírja Bakos Vincének [Here's the Tomb of Vince Bakos]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Régi temető (Old Cemetery): No. 6, Láncoskuti Nagy Elek [Elek Nagy from Láncoskut]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Régi temető (Old Cemetery): No. 7, Én, Csibor Pál [I Am Pál Csibor]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
Rosarium: No. 2, Ave MariaFerenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Rosarium: No. 3, Laudes Mariae VirginisFerenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Rosarium: No. 4, Stabat MaterFerenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
Rosarium: No. 5, Assumpta estFerenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
3 Dal Shakespeare "Ahogy tetszik" című vígjátékából (3 Songs from the Comedy "As You Like It" by Shakespeare): No. 1, Amiens dala [Amiens' Song]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
3 Dal Shakespeare "Ahogy tetszik" című vígjátékából (3 Songs from the Comedy "As You Like It" by Shakespeare): No. 2, Dal [Song]Ferenc Farkas, Tünde Száboki, István Dominkó
3 Dal Shakespeare "Ahogy tetszik" című vígjátékából (3 Songs from the Comedy "As You Like It" by Shakespeare): No. 3, Dal [Song]Ferenc Farkas, Andrea Meláth, István Dominkó
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