Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Gisle Kverndokk's "Så kort ein sommar menneska har - Songs by Gisle Kverndokk," a mesmerizing collection of songs released on April 16, 2021, under the Lawo Classics label. This 54-minute album is a testament to Kverndokk's versatility and depth as a composer, featuring a blend of original compositions and settings of Shakespearean sonnets, as well as a tribute to Ruth Maier.
The album opens with the evocative "Så kort ein sommar menneska har," setting the tone for a journey through a variety of musical landscapes. Kverndokk's compositions are brought to life by the talented Marianne Beate Kielland and Nils Anders Mortensen, whose performances add a layer of richness and nuance to the music.
A highlight of the album is the seven-part "Ruth Maier in Memoriam" cycle, each section offering a unique perspective and emotional resonance. The cycle is a poignant homage to the Norwegian-Jewish writer and poet Ruth Maier, who perished in the Holocaust. This suite showcases Kverndokk's ability to convey deep emotion and historical significance through his music.
The album also features settings of six Shakespeare sonnets, including the famous "Sonnet 18: Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?" and "Sonnet 129: The expense of spirit in a waste of shame." Kverndokk's interpretations of these timeless poems are both fresh and respectful, offering a new lens through which to appreciate the Bard's words.
In addition to these works, the album includes the hauntingly beautiful "Ave Verum" and the whimsical "Bare dragen er fri," demonstrating Kverndokk's range and creativity. Whether you're a longtime fan of Kverndokk's work or a newcomer to his compositions, "Så kort ein sommar menneska har" is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
Så kort ein sommar menneska harGisle Kverndokk, Liv Holtskog, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Likevel er du herGisle Kverndokk, Liv Holtskog, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Spør ikke om kjærlighetGisle Kverndokk, Herman Wildenvey, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ruth Maier in Memoriam: I. Impresjonistisk bildeGisle Kverndokk, Ruth Maier, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ruth Maier in Memoriam: II. VårnattGisle Kverndokk, Ruth Maier, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ruth Maier in Memoriam: III. Til en venninneGisle Kverndokk, Ruth Maier, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ruth Maier in Memoriam: IV. Dagene blir lysereGisle Kverndokk, Ruth Maier, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ruth Maier in Memoriam: V. Tingene kommer meg nærmere nåGisle Kverndokk, Ruth Maier, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ruth Maier in Memoriam: VI. OrdeneGisle Kverndokk, Gunvor Hofmo, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ruth Maier in Memoriam: VII. Ingenting erGisle Kverndokk, Ruth Maier, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Bare dragen er friGisle Kverndokk, Øystein Wiik, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
ViseGisle Kverndokk, Liv Holtskog, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
SongGisle Kverndokk, Liv Holtskog, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 18: Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?Gisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 3: Look in thy glass, and tell the face thou viewestGisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 9: Is it for fear to wet a widow’s eyeGisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 128: How oft, when thou, my music, music play’stGisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 129: The expense of spirit in a waste of shameGisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 23: As an unperfect actor on the stageGisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 33: Full many a glorious morning have I seenGisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Shakespeare Sonnets: Sonnet 144: Two loves I have of comfort and despairGisle Kverndokk, William Shakespeare, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
Ave VerumGisle Kverndokk, Traditional, Marianne Beate Kielland, Nils Anders Mortensen
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