Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Marian Anderson with "The Rich Voice of Marian Anderson," a captivating collection of spirituals, classical pieces, and sacred works. Released on December 6, 2019, this album showcases Anderson's extraordinary vocal range and profound emotional depth, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes.
The album opens with the majestic "Alto Rhapsody, Op. 53," followed by a selection of Lieder and Brahms' "Four Serious Songs, Op. 121," which demonstrate Anderson's mastery of classical repertoire. The album also features excerpts from iconic works such as Bach's "St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244" and Handel's "Messiah, HWV 56," highlighting Anderson's ability to bring depth and nuance to these well-known pieces.
In addition to her classical prowess, Anderson's renditions of traditional spirituals like "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands," "I Want Jesus to Walk with Me," and "Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child" are nothing short of transcendent. These performances are a testament to her deep connection with the spiritual genre and her ability to convey its profound messages with grace and power.
Recorded under the Editions Audiovisuel Beulah label, this album is a celebration of Marian Anderson's enduring legacy as one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century. Whether you're a longtime admirer or new to her work, "The Rich Voice of Marian Anderson" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the artist's unparalleled talent and versatility.
Tracks
Alto Rhapsody, Op. 53Johannes Brahms, Marian Anderson, Pierre Monteux, San Francisco Symphony
5 Lieder, Op. 105 No. 2: Immer Leiser Wird Mein SchlummerJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 1: Denn Es Gehet Dem MenschenJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 2: Ich Wandte MichJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 3: O TodJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 4: Wenn Ich Mit MenschenJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244 No. 2: 47. Erbarme DichJohann Sebastian Bach, Marian Anderson, Robert Shaw, RCA Victor Sinfonietta
Messiah, HWV 56 No. 1: 20. He Shall Feed His FlockGeorge Frideric Handel, Marian Anderson, Charles O'Connell, RCA Victor Orchestra
He's Got the Whole World in His HandsTraditional, Marian Anderson
I Want Jesus to Walk with MeTraditional, Marian Anderson
Oh, Didn't It RainTraditional, Marian Anderson
I Am Bound for the KingdomTraditional, Marian Anderson
Oh, Wasn't Dat a Wide RibberTraditional, Marian Anderson
Lord I Can't Stay AwayTraditional, Marian Anderson
My Soul's Been Anchored in the LordTraditional, Marian Anderson
Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless ChildTraditional, Marian Anderson
Done Foun' My Los' SheepTraditional, Marian Anderson
Behold That StarTraditional, Marian Anderson
I Stood on De Ribber Ob JerdonTraditional, Marian Anderson
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