Dive into the profound and introspective world of György Kurtág with his "Complete Choral Works," a masterful collection released in 2006 on SWR Classic. This album is a testament to Kurtág's unique compositional style, blending classical traditions with modern sensibilities, resulting in a deeply moving and intellectually stimulating experience. The album features a variety of choral works, including the hauntingly beautiful "Omaggio a Luigi Nono, Op. 16" and the evocative "Pesni unïniya i pechali (Songs of Despair and Sorrow), Op. 18," each piece showcasing Kurtág's ability to convey complex emotions through intricate musical structures. The "8 Choruses, Op. 23" further highlights his versatility, with pieces like "3 Koans" and "3 Self-portraits" offering a glimpse into his philosophical and introspective side. Recorded by the SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, this album benefits from the ensemble's precision and sensitivity, bringing Kurtág's compositions to life with clarity and depth. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Omaggio a Luigi Nono, Op. 16: I. Tschej (Declension of the pronoun 'whose')György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
Omaggio a Luigi Nono, Op. 16: II. Rasryw (the Break)György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
Omaggio a Luigi Nono, Op. 16: III. Ljubowj na mesjaz (Love for a month)György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
Omaggio a Luigi Nono, Op. 16: IV. No kak usnatj mnjeGyörgy Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
Omaggio a Luigi Nono, Op. 16: V. Oh, nasidanije - Ljubowj (O love, the edifier!)György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
Omaggio a Luigi Nono, Op. 16: VI. I otwersta dlja menja (and the door Is open for me)György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: I. 3 koan (3 Koans): No. 3, Koan IIIGyörgy Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: I. 3 koan (3 Koans): No. 1, Koan IGyörgy Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: I. 3 koan (3 Koans): No. 2, Koan IIGyörgy Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: II. Mar csak azt a jovo idot kivanom (Longing for the Future): No. 1, Koan Bel CantoGyörgy Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: II. Mar csak azt a jovo idot kivanom (Longing for the Future): No. 2, T.S. Eliot-erme [T.S. Eliot Coin]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: III. 3 onarckep (3 Self-portraits): No. 2, Mar mocsarasodom [I am turning into a swamp]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: III. 3 onarckep (3 Self-portraits): No. 1, H. Kiralyfi, mostohaapja elott [Prince H. Standing before his step-father]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
8 Choruses, Op. 23: III. 3 onarckep (3 Self-portraits): No. 3, Onarckep 1965-bol [Self-portrait from 1965]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Marcus Creed
Pesni unïniya i pechali (Songs of Despair and Sorrow), Op. 18: I. I skuschno, i grustno [so weary, so wretched]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Ensemble Modern, Marcus Creed
Pesni unïniya i pechali (Songs of Despair and Sorrow), Op. 18: II. Notsch. Ulitsa. Fonar. Apteka [Night, an empty street, a lamp, a drug-store]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Ensemble Modern, Marcus Creed
Pesni unïniya i pechali (Songs of Despair and Sorrow), Op. 18: III. Wjetscherom sinim [Blue evening]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Ensemble Modern, Marcus Creed
Pesni unïniya i pechali (Songs of Despair and Sorrow), Op. 18: IV. Kuda mne djetsa w atom janwarje [Where can I go to in This January?]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Ensemble Modern, Marcus Creed
Pesni unïniya i pechali (Songs of Despair and Sorrow), Op. 18: V. Raspjatije [Crucifixion]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Ensemble Modern, Marcus Creed
Pesni unïniya i pechali (Songs of Despair and Sorrow), Op. 18: VI. Vremia prischlo [It's time]György Kurtág, SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, Ensemble Modern, Marcus Creed
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