Leoš Janáček's captivating album, Janáček: The Diary of One Who Disappeared; Nursery Rhymes; Moravian Folk Poetry, is a masterful collection of chamber music that showcases the composer's unique blend of folk influences and sophisticated piano arrangements. Released on 28 June 2019 by Hyperion, this 1 hour and 2-minute album is a must-listen for fans of classical music.
The album's centrepiece is The Diary of One Who Disappeared, a quasi-operatic song cycle for tenor, alto, three female voices, and piano, completed in 1919. This 22-section work tells the poignant story of a chance encounter between a man and a woman, and the fleeting moment of connection they share. The cycle's innovative use of Moravian dialect and Janáček's refined piano arrangements create a sense of intimacy and emotional depth.
The album also features Janáček's Nursery Rhymes, a collection of songs that may seem innocent at first but reveal a more complex and nuanced character upon closer listening. The use of ostinato and layered rhythms in these songs is a testament to Janáček's ingenuity as a composer. The Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, a selection of excerpts from Janáček's 1890 work, rounds out the album with its characteristic ethnic-sounding music and sophisticated piano parts.
With performances by Nicky Spence and Julius Drake, this album is a compelling interpretation of Janáček's works. The Diary of One Who Disappeared is widely considered a landmark work in the composer's oeuvre, and this recording brings it to life with clarity and passion. Whether you're a longtime fan of Janáček or just discovering his music, this album is an essential listen.
Tracks
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 1, Potal sem mladou cigánkuLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 2, Ta černá cigánka –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 3, Svatojanské muškyLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 4, Už mladé vlaštúvky –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 5, Těžko sa mi ořeLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 6, Hajsi, vy siví volciLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 7, Ztratil sem kolíčekLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 8, Nehleďte, volečciLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 9, Vítaj, Janíčku –Leoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Couper, Nicky Spence, Václava Housková, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 10, Bože dálný, nesmrtelnýLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Couper, Václava Housková, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 11, Tahne vůňa k lesuLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková, Nicky Spence
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 12, Tmavá olšinka –Leoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 13, Intermezzo erotico –Leoš Janáček, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 14, Slnéčko sa zdvihá –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 15, Moji siví volciLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 16, Co sem to udělal?Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 17, Co komu súzeno? –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 18, Nedbám já včil o nicLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 19, Letí straka, letíLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 20, Mám já panenku –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 21, Můj drahý tatíčkuLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 22, S Bohem, rodný krajuLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: IV. Leze krtek podle mezeLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: V. Karel do pekla zajelLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: VII. Franta rasů, hrál na basuLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: IX. Dělám, dělám kázáníLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XI. Hó, hó, krávy dóLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XIV. Koza bílá hrušky sbíráLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XVII. Vašek, pašek, bubeníkLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XVIII. Frantíku, FrantíkuLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 8, PolajkaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 4, Záře od miléhoLeoš Janáček, Václava Housková, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 16, StálosťLeoš Janáček, Václava Housková, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 17, Komu kytka?Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 20, TužbaLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 22, PamátkyLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 30, RozmarýnLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 33, PomluvaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 1, ŁáskaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 19, PérečkoLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 28, NejistotaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 50, MuzikantiLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence, Václava Housková, Victoria Couper
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