In the year marking the centenary of Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau's birth, baritone Benjamin Appl, a protégé of the legendary singer, presents a heartfelt homage with "For Dieter: Hommage à Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau." This album, a deeply personal project, is a testament to the enduring influence of Fischer-Dieskau, one of the most celebrated singers of the 20th century. Joined by pianist James Baillieu, Appl delves into a rich repertoire that spans the works of Schubert, Wolf, and Britten, among others, offering a nuanced exploration of the music that defined Fischer-Dieskau's illustrious career.
The album is a journey through the artistry of Fischer-Dieskau, featuring 32 tracks that showcase the depth and breadth of his musical legacy. From Schubert's intimate lieder to the poignant songs of Wolf and the evocative settings of Blake by Britten, each piece is rendered with the sensitivity and mastery that Appl has honed under Fischer-Dieskau's tutelage. The selection includes well-known masterpieces as well as lesser-known gems, providing a comprehensive overview of the repertoire that Fischer-Dieskau championed.
Benjamin Appl's voice, rich and resonant, captures the essence of his mentor's interpretive style, while his collaboration with James Baillieu results in a piano accompaniment that is both supportive and expressive. The album is not just a celebration of Fischer-Dieskau's centenary but also a reflection on the complex and conflicted life of a man who left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. Through this recording, Appl pays tribute to the teacher who shaped his career, offering a deeply personal and reflective homage that resonates with both historical significance and artistic brilliance.
Tracks
An die Musik, D. 547Franz Schubert, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Sesenheim: HeidenrösleinAlbert Fischer-Dieskau, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
2 Notturnos für Klavier, Op. 1: No. 1, Nocturne IKlaus Fischer-Dieskau, James Baillieu
3 Lieder für Singstimme und Klavier Op. 3: No. 2, WehmutKlaus Fischer-Dieskau, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
9 Lieder and Songs, Op. 32: No. 9, Wie bist du, meine KöniginJohannes Brahms, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
AndenkenHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
6 Einfache Lieder, Op. 9: No. 4, LiebesbriefchenErich Wolfgang Korngold, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Die Götter Griechenlands, D. 677Franz Schubert, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
TenebraeAribert Reimann, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Schöner Abend, L. 84Claude Debussy, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Sylvelin og andre viser, Op. 55: No. 1, SylvelinChristian Sinding, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
6 Romances, Op. 6: No. 6, Nur wer die Sehnsucht kenntPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Ich bin nur ein armer WandergesellEduard Künneke, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Ach, die Augen sind es wiederFanny Mendelssohn, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Die HeimkehrHanns Eisler, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Der Spielmann, Op. 22: No. 1, Aus Schmerzen und Freuden geborenKlaus Fischer-Dieskau, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu, Bartolomeo Dandolo Marchesi
6 Lieder für eine Singstimme mit Klavier, Vol. 2: No. 2, Des Kindes SchlafBruno Walter, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
An mein Klavier, D. 342Franz Schubert, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Songs and Proverbs of William Blake, Op. 74: No. 5, Proverb 3Benjamin Britten, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Rückerts Gedichte, Op. 62, First Cycle: No. 4, Süßes BegräbnisCarl Loewe, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Mutterns HändeHanns Eisler, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Vater braucht eine FrauFranz Grothe, James Baillieu
Liebhaber in allen Gestalten, D. 558Franz Schubert, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Lieder, Op. 12: No. 2, Liebst du um SchönheitClara Schumann, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
War Requiem, Op. 66: VI. Hörnersang (Version for Baritone and Piano)Benjamin Britten, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Three Songs, Op. 45: No. 1, Now I Have Fed and Eaten Up the RoseSamuel Barber, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Three Songs, Op. 45: No. 2, A Green Lowland of PianosSamuel Barber, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Three Songs, Op. 45: No. 3, O Boundless, Boundless EveningSamuel Barber, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
An die Laute, D. 905Franz Schubert, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
Sterb’ ich, so hüllt in Blumen meine GliederHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
6 Lieder, Op. 15: No. 1, Meine Lieder, meine SängeCarl Maria von Weber, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
6 Gedichte von N. Lenau und Requiem, Op. 90: No. 7, RequiemRobert Schumann, Benjamin Appl, James Baillieu
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